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

WordMeaning
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice
lagone that lags or is last
casualsubject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
furrowa trench in the earth made by a plow
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted