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
granulateto form or crystallize into grains or granules
piscatorialpiscatory
culinaryof or relating to the kitchen or cookery
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce