GRE Word List

ASSUMPTION

a taking to or upon oneself

The meaning of the word assumption is a taking to or upon oneself.

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WordMeaning
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
deftcharacterized by facility and skill
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
rendezvousa place appointed for assembling or meeting
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted