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
militateto have weight or effect
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
pseudonyma fictitious name
traduceto expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation
antiquityancient times
ratiocinationthe process of exact thinking : reasoning
intolerantunable or unwilling to endure
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion