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
frivolousof little weight or importance
stridentcharacterized by harsh, insistent, and discordant sound
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk
visagethe face, countenance, or appearance of a person or sometimes an animal
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
optometrista specialist licensed to practice optometry compare ophthalmologist
aliasotherwise called : otherwise known as