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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withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate
smeara viscous or sticky substance
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revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
inamorataa woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
ultimatelast in a progression or series : final
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