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 |
|---|---|
| compound | something formed by a union of elements or parts |
| stumble | to fall into sin or waywardness |
| assurance | the state of being assured: such as |
| chaotic | marked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered |
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| incipient | beginning to come into being or to become apparent |
| groove | a long narrow channel or depression |
| headfirst | with the head foremost |