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
dooma law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
threshto separate seed from (a harvested plant) mechanically
severto put or keep apart : divide
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment
caterto provide a supply of food
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
barda tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments