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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relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
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philanderera man who has sexual relations with many women
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
variegatedhaving discrete markings of different colors
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entailto impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition