GRE Word List
AXIOM
a statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
The meaning of the word axiom is a statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indignity | an act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult |
| metallurgical | the science and technology of metals |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
| dulcet | sweet to the taste |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| prostrate | stretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |