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
fraya usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
pachydermany 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
typhoona hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea
corrugatedhaving corrugations
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
rubrican authoritative rule
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party