GRE Word List
MAXIM
a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct
The meaning of the word maxim is a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| whet | to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone) |
| scurvy | a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes |
| sway | the action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| resonant | continuing to sound : echoing |
| lionize | to treat as an object of great interest or importance |
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
| convene | to come together in a body |