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 |
|---|---|
| dearth | scarcity that makes dear |
| document | proof |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| acquittal | a setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process |
| ameliorate | to make better or more tolerable |
| cornice | the molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration |
| egotism | excessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun |
| rigid | deficient in or devoid of flexibility |
| prowess | distinguished bravery |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |