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
dispatchto send off or away with promptness or speed
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abideto bear patiently : tolerate
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
braidto make from braids
tensioninner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind