GRE Word List

GNOME

maxim

The meaning of the word gnome is maxim.

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WordMeaning
gastronomythe art or science of good eating
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
enthrallto hold spellbound : charm
libidoinstinctual psychic energy that in psychoanalytic theory is derived from primitive biological urges (as for sexual pleasure or self-preservation) and that is expressed in conscious activity
rallyto muster for a common purpose
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero