GRE Word List

ONUS

burden

The meaning of the word onus is burden.

Random words

WordMeaning
unassuagednot quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged
antiqueexisting since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
minusculevery small
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
apparentopen to view : visible
motleyvariegated in color
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship