GRE Word List

GNOME

maxim

The meaning of the word gnome is maxim.

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WordMeaning
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
incrustationa crust or hard coating
putrefyto make putrid
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
bludgeona short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
flushto fly away suddenly
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
stocka store or supply accumulated or available
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance