GRE Word List
ASCENDANCY
governing or controlling influence : domination
The meaning of the word ascendancy is governing or controlling influence : domination.
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|---|---|
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| exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
| inviolable | secure from violation or profanation |
| engross | to copy or write in a large hand |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
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| decipher | decode |