GRE Word List
PRESUME
to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
The meaning of the word presume is to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| thesis | a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view |
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| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
| solitude | the quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion |
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| trepidation | a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension |
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| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
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