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 |
|---|---|
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| sedition | incitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| mulct | fine |
| speck | a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay |
| crave | to ask for earnestly : beg |
| taint | to contaminate morally : corrupt |
| apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
| lucre | monetary gain : profit |