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
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
librettothe text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater
callousbeing hardened and thickened
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
apiculturethe keeping of bees especially on a large scale
incrustationa crust or hard coating
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing