GRE Word List

ASCRIBE

to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing

The meaning of the word ascribe is to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing.

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quotidianoccurring every day
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
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bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices