GRE Word List
ASSUMPTION
a taking to or upon oneself
The meaning of the word assumption is a taking to or upon oneself.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cosmic | of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone |
| peerless | matchless |
| stately | marked by lofty or imposing dignity |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| unwonted | being out of the ordinary : rare |
| awry | off the correct or expected course : amiss |
| deify | to make a god of |
| self-indulgence | excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |