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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|---|---|
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
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| grudging | unwilling |
| rehabilitate | to restore to a former capacity : reinstate |
| legend | a story coming down from the past |
| gesticulation | the act of making gestures |
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| gnome | maxim |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
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