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 |
|---|---|
| pugilist | fighter |
| repudiate | to refuse to accept |
| dowse | to plunge into water |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| ingrained | forming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |
| disgruntle | to make ill-humored or discontented |
| renounce | to give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration |