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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| grimace | a facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain |
| intimidate | to make timid or fearful : frighten |
| shuffle | to mix in a mass confusedly : jumble |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| covenant | a usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact |
| savant | a person of learning |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
| castrate | to deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes |
| vantage | a position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view |
| quash | to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely |