GRE Word List

DEROGATORY

expressive of a low opinion : disparaging

The meaning of the word derogatory is expressive of a low opinion : disparaging.

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WordMeaning
predicamentthe character, status, or classification assigned by a predication
remorsea gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement
corrodeto eat away by degrees as if by gnawing
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice