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 |
|---|---|
| suavity | smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| metrical | of, relating to, or composed in meter |
| faze | to disturb the composure of : disconcert |
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| paste | a dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls |
| wry | twist |
| inevitable | incapable of being avoided or evaded |