GRE Word List

PEJORATIVE

a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation

The meaning of the word pejorative is a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation.

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WordMeaning
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
finishedentirely done
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
malignevil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
innateexisting in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth : native