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
primordialfirst created or developed : primeval
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
impartto give, convey, or grant from or as if from a store
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor