GRE Word List

ASSURANCE

the state of being assured: such as

The meaning of the word assurance is the state of being assured: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
disarraya lack of order or sequence : confusion
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
antipathya strong feeling of dislike
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision