GRE Word List

ONUS

burden

The meaning of the word onus is burden.

Random words

WordMeaning
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
impersonalhaving no personal reference or connection
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as