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 |
|---|---|
| license | permission to act |
| inclusive | broad in orientation or scope |
| legerdemain | sleight of hand |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| aspire | to seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal |
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| licentious | lacking legal or moral restraints |
| migratory | of, relating to, or characterized by migration |
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| vigilante | a member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate) |