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

WordMeaning
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
debuta first appearance
rumbleto make a low heavy rolling sound
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
invalidnot valid:
dirgea song or hymn of grief or lamentation
nutritiousnourishing
paragona model of excellence or perfection
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
frolicfull of fun : merry