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
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
loquaciousfull of excessive talk : wordy
cavilto raise trivial and frivolous objection
ejaculationan act of ejaculating
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
citeto call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court)
franticemotionally out of control
credencemental acceptance as true or real
peevishquerulous in temperament or mood : fretful