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
delusivelikely to delude
thematicof, relating to, or constituting a theme
mirewet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
remediablecapable of being remedied
calculatedapt
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
senilitythe quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age