GRE Word List

ONUS

burden

The meaning of the word onus is burden.

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WordMeaning
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
healthyenjoying good health
callowlacking adult sophistication : immature
implicateto bring into intimate or incriminating connection
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
categoricalabsolute
repulsionthe action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment