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 |
|---|---|
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| supposition | something that is supposed : hypothesis |
| drama | a composition (see composition |
| confluence | a coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point |
| proclivity | an inclination or predisposition toward something |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| blasphemy | the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God |
| allegiance | the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord |
| acerbity | the quality of being acerbic |
| component | a constituent part : ingredient |