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 |
|---|---|
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| maleficent | working or productive of harm or evil : baleful |
| transcribe | to make a written copy of |
| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
| levity | excessive or unseemly frivolity |
| unction | the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing |
| protean | of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms |
| grisly | inspiring horror or intense fear |
| aspersion | a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation |