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 |
|---|---|
| chimerical | existing only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary |
| piquant | engagingly provocative |
| ellipsis | the omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| compact | predominantly formed or filled : composed |
| queer | differing in some way from what is usual or normal : odd |
| drab | slattern |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| tenuous | having little substance or strength : flimsy |
| pummel | pound |