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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laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
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taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
pliantpliable
conveneto come together in a body
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masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)