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.

Random words

WordMeaning
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
draftthe act of drawing or pulling in a net
perversionthe action of perverting : the condition of being perverted
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly
climeclimate
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
retinuea group of retainers or attendants