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 |
|---|---|
| fringe | an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| stodgy | having a rich filling quality : heavy |
| foreboding | the act of one who forebodes |
| allay | to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate |
| brink | edge |
| slew | a large number |
| vigor | active bodily or mental strength or force |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |