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
homespunspun or made at home
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
dominaterule
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
transcendentaltranscendent
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent