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 |
|---|---|
| ransack | to look through thoroughly in often a rough way |
| hazy | made dim or cloudy by or as if by fine dust, smoke, or light vapor in the air : obscured by or as if by haze (see haze |
| sophistry | subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation |
| distinctive | marking as separate or different : serving to distinguish |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |
| inveigh | to protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| conscientious | meticulous |
| prong | fork |