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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| fiat | an authoritative or arbitrary order : decree |
| monumental | serving as or resembling a monument : massive |
| winnow | to remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air |
| pathos | an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion |
| panache | an ornamental tuft (as of feathers) especially on a helmet |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |
| gentility | the condition of belonging to the gentry |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |