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 |
|---|---|
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| skim | to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance |
| reprise | a musical repetition: |
| brisk | keenly alert : lively |
| tome | book |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| enervate | lacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated |