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 |
|---|---|
| floe | floating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water |
| disconsolate | cheerless |
| compilation | the act or process of compiling |
| outlandish | of or relating to another country : foreign |
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| collected | gathered together |
| suppliant | supplicant |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| despondent | feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
