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 |
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| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| graphite | a soft black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors |
| munificent | very liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow |
| garish | clothed in vivid colors |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
| nonentity | something that does not exist or exists only in the imagination |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |
| rave | to talk irrationally in or as if in delirium |