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
spuriousborn to parents not married to each other
rightfuljust
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
incriminateto charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
rationa food allowance for one day
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph