GRE Word List

ONUS

burden

The meaning of the word onus is burden.

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arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
debaseto lower in status, esteem, quality, or character
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heterodoxcontrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
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analgesiainsensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language