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 |
|---|---|
| splice | to unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands |
| rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
| waggish | resembling or characteristic of a wag |
| glutton | one given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking |
| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
| unaccountable | not to be accounted for : inexplicable |
| lampoon | satire |
| profane | to treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate |
| remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |