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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| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| limber | having a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| conclave | a private meeting or secret assembly |
| vacillate | to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses |
| crypt | a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
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| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |