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 |
|---|---|
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
| requite | to make return for : repay |
| discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| fiat | an authoritative or arbitrary order : decree |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| inductive | of, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction |
| nepotism | favoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship |
| rumble | to make a low heavy rolling sound |