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
autopsyan examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
thrashto beat soundly with or as if with a stick or whip : flog
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
sleightdeceitful craftiness
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
taciturntemperamentally disinclined to talk