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 |
|---|---|
| prime | the second of the canonical hours |
| sleek | slick |
| jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |
| aseptic | preventing infection |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| ramble | to move aimlessly from place to place |
| betray | to lead astray |
| sheer | unqualified |