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
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
patoisa dialect other than the standard or literary dialect
concatenatelinked together
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
remissionthe act or process of remitting
delugean overflowing of the land by water
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole