GRE Word List
GNOME
maxim
The meaning of the word gnome is maxim.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| arid | excessively dry |
| phobia | an exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation |
| pending | during |
| accelerate | to move faster : to gain speed |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| rightful | just |