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 |
|---|---|
| factitious | produced by humans rather than by natural forces |
| impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
| parameter | an arbitrary constant whose value characterizes a member of a system (such as a family of curves) |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| volition | the power of choosing or determining : will |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |
| bevy | a large group or collection |
| fluke | flatfish |