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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sinister | singularly evil or productive of evil |
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| functional | of, connected with, or being a function |
| rue | to feel penitence, remorse, or regret for |
| lectern | a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |
| immutable | not capable of or susceptible to change |