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

WordMeaning
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
schematicof or relating to a scheme or schema
prescienceforeknowledge of events:
doctrinairestubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
ghastlyterrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person