GRE Word List

GNOME

maxim

The meaning of the word gnome is maxim.

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WordMeaning
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
mingleto bring or mix together or with something else usually without fundamental loss of identity : intermix
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
emanateto come out from a source
incognitowith one's identity concealed
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive