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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| frenetic | marked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied |
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| proliferate | to grow by rapid production of new parts, cells, buds, or offspring |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
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| paramour | lover |
| repel | to drive back : repulse |