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
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
anachronisman error in chronology
perfidiousof, relating to, or characterized by perfidy
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
amendto put right
junkettrip
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
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tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile