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
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
oligarchygovernment by the few
renditionthe act or result of rendering something: such as
progenydescendants
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
cannyclever
ameliorateto make better or more tolerable
encircleto form a circle around : surround