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 |
|---|---|
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| curfew | the sounding of a bell at evening |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| polar | of or relating to a geographic pole or the region around it |
| fritter | a small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |
| amity | friendship |