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
pharisaicalmarked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness
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writsomething written : writing
barristera counsel admitted to plead at the bar and undertake the public trial of causes in an English superior court compare solicitor
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meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
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tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech
solicitorone that solicits