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
apoliticalhaving no interest or involvement in political affairs
imperialof, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperor
myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
nostalgiaa wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
ventriloquistone who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
liaisona binding or thickening agent used in cooking