GRE Word List

GNOME

maxim

The meaning of the word gnome is maxim.

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WordMeaning
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king
circumlocutionthe use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
monographa learned treatise on a small area of learning
dozeto sleep lightly
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
tawdrycheap and gaudy in appearance or quality
astringentcausing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
slackento make less active : slow up