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 |
|---|---|
| draught | a 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 |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| portend | to give an omen or anticipatory sign of |
| feebleminded | impaired in intellectual ability : affected with intellectual disability |
| urgent | calling for immediate attention : pressing |
| deploy | to extend (a military unit) especially in width |
| phlegmatic | resembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm |
| malcontent | a discontented person: |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |