GRE Word List

ONUS

burden

The meaning of the word onus is burden.

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WordMeaning
incarnationthe act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
herda typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control
monumentalserving as or resembling a monument : massive
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
zealeagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
tenacitythe quality or state of being tenacious
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God