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
slakesubside
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy
deputizeto appoint as deputy
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
diaphanouscharacterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through