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.

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WordMeaning
crevicea narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
viscidhaving an adhesive quality : sticky
spruceto make spruce
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asunderinto parts
ratiocinationthe process of exact thinking : reasoning
exasperateto cause irritation or annoyance to
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict