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 |
|---|---|
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |
| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| bravado | blustering swaggering conduct |
| indulge | to yield to the desire of : humor |
| cathartic | of, relating to, or producing catharsis |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |
| pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
| dichotomy | a division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |
| lucre | monetary gain : profit |