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 |
|---|---|
| occident | west |
| onerous | involving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome |
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| cataclysm | flood |
| optimist | a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| limber | having a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile |
| convoluted | having convolutions |
| fortitude | strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage |
| madrigal | a medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form |