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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| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| purgatory | an intermediate state after death for expiatory purification |
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| epicurean | of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism |
| leery | suspicious |
| mammoth | any of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| febrile | marked or caused by fever : feverish |
| forthcoming | being about to appear or to be produced or made available |
| insatiable | incapable of being satisfied : quenchless |