GRE Word List

APHORISM

a concise statement of a principle

The meaning of the word aphorism is a concise statement of a principle.

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WordMeaning
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
levitateto rise or float in or as if in the air especially in seeming defiance of gravitation
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
nonchalancethe quality or state of being nonchalant
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
dina loud continued noise
convolutedhaving convolutions
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace