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
honeto sharpen or smooth with a whetstone
extrinsicnot forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
kindredof a similar nature or character : like
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
trenchantkeen
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
threshto separate seed from (a harvested plant) mechanically
brawnymuscular
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse