GRE Word List

SURMISE

a thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture

The meaning of the word surmise is a thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture.

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WordMeaning
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
idlenot occupied or employed: such as
abbreviateto make briefer
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
illimitableincapable of being limited or bounded : measureless
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
languishto be or become feeble, weak, or enervated
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity