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
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
avowto declare assuredly
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
pulmonaryof, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure