GRE Word List

AMASS

to collect for oneself : accumulate

The meaning of the word amass is to collect for oneself : accumulate.

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haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
depredationto lay waste : plunder
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devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
haggardnot tamed
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