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
draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
feeblemindedimpaired in intellectual ability : affected with intellectual disability
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
deployto extend (a military unit) especially in width
phlegmaticresembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm
malcontenta discontented person:
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance