GRE Word List
DERIVATIVE
a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
The meaning of the word derivative is a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| requisition | the act of formally requiring or calling upon someone to perform an action |
| masochist | a person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| galvanic | of, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity |
| officious | volunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome |
| expunge | to strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion |
| provision | the act or process of providing |
| misgivings | a feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event |
| pedagogue | teacher |