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 |
|---|---|
| onus | burden |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| presentiment | a feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
| wage | a payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis |
| virtuoso | one who excels in the technique of an art |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |