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 |
|---|---|
| awl | a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood) |
| humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| solicit | to make petition to : entreat |
| invert | to reverse in position, order, or relationship |
| hackles | one of the long narrow feathers on the neck or saddle of a bird |
| transpire | to take place : go on |
| censure | a judgment involving condemnation |
| irremediable | not remediable |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |