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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fray | a usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| typhoon | a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea |
| corrugated | having corrugations |
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| rubric | an authoritative rule |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |