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
vindicateto free from allegation or blame
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
respirationthe movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs
retiringreserved
abodethe place where one lives : home
smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)