GRE Word List
DEVOLVE
to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
The meaning of the word devolve is to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| litany | a prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation |
| toll | a tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge) |
| complement | something that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect |
| redundant | exceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous |
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| drama | a composition (see composition |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
| converse | to exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk |
| negligible | so small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling |
| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |