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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
| stilted | pompous |
| engender | beget |
| vagrant | one who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support |
| whittle | a large knife |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| context | the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning |
| infantile | of or relating to infants or infancy |