GRE Word List
APHORISM
a concise statement of a principle
The meaning of the word aphorism is a concise statement of a principle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| reckon | count |
| compensatory | to be equivalent to : counterbalance |
| economy | the structure or conditions of economic life in a country, area, or period |
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
| admonish | to indicate duties or obligations to |
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |
| stellar | of or relating to the stars : astral |