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 |
|---|---|
| finale | the close or termination of something: such as |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| monotheism | the doctrine or belief that there is but one God |
| pare | to trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of |
| gleam | a transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| expository | of, relating to, or containing exposition |
| suppliant | supplicant |
| chagrin | disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure |