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
sheerunqualified
summationthe act or process of forming a sum : addition
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
raspto rub with something rough
unsavoryinsipid
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
componenta constituent part : ingredient
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck