GRE Word List

ASCERTAIN

to find out or learn with certainty

The meaning of the word ascertain is to find out or learn with certainty.

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WordMeaning
warrantsanction
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
pontificalepiscopal attire
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle