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 |
|---|---|
| accost | to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way |
| effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| grapple | the act or an instance of grappling |
| opulence | wealth |
| larder | a place where food is stored : pantry |
| upshot | the final result : outcome |
| ordain | to invest (see invest |
| bouillon | a clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |