GRE Word List

ASSERT

to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively

The meaning of the word assert is to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively.

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WordMeaning
toteman object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
transpireto take place : go on
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insensibleincapable or bereft of feeling or sensation: such as
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impetusa driving force : impulse
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barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
martialof, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior
postmortemdone, occurring, or collected after death