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 |
|---|---|
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |
| interregnum | the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes |
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
| cavalcade | a procession (see procession |
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |