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 |
|---|---|
| blemish | to spoil by a flaw |
| hideous | offensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
| brisk | keenly alert : lively |
| scotch | scottish |
| clout | a piece of cloth or leather : rag |
| disconcert | to throw into confusion |
| garner | to gather into storage |
| confluence | a coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point |