GRE Word List
ASSERT
state strongly or positively; demand recognition of (rights, claims, etc.); make a claim to (by forceful action); Ex. assert one's independence
The meaning of the word assert is state strongly or positively; demand recognition of (rights, claims, etc.); make a claim to (by forceful action); Ex. assert one's independence.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ignite | kindle; light; catch fire or set fire to |
| wistful | sadly thoughtful (because of desires or memories); sadly pensive; vaguely longing |
| unwitting | not knowing; unaware; unintentional; Ex. She was their unwitting accomplice; Ex. unwitting insult; CF. wit: know |
| labile | likely to change; unstable; Ex. emotionally labile; N. lability |
| gamut | entire range |
| incursion | temporary invasion; CF. excursion: short journey |
| mete | measure; distribute; administer; Ex. mete out justice/punishment |
| immure | imprison; shut up in confinement; CF. wall |
| apothecary | druggist; pharmacist |
| amazon | female warrior |
