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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| frail | easily led into evil |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
| presage | something that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen |
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| panoramic | of, relating to, or resembling a panorama: such as |
| artifacts | a usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |