GRE Word List

SURMOUNT

to prevail over : overcome

The meaning of the word surmount is to prevail over : overcome.

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WordMeaning
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
finishto come to an end : terminate
dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others
pinionthe terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges
validhaving legal efficacy or force
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
actuarialof or relating to actuaries
subsideto sink or fall to the bottom : settle