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 |
|---|---|
| invalid | not valid: |
| crochet | needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle |
| strangle | to choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle |
| rancid | having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition |
| harbinger | something that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come |
| clip | encompass |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| sow | an adult female swine |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |