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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contentious | likely to cause disagreement or argument |
| warranty | a real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| grunt | to utter a grunt |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
| chasm | a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge |
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| consonance | harmony or agreement among components |
| ossify | to change into bone |