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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WordMeaning
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
ariaair
backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
faunaanimal life
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
rankrelative standing or position
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
oafa stupid person : boob