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
balefuldeadly or pernicious in influence
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
careento put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
scenarioan outline or synopsis of a play
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons