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
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
effectualproducing or able to produce a desired effect
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opulencewealth
lardera place where food is stored : pantry
upshotthe final result : outcome
ordainto invest (see invest
bouillona clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef
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