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

WordMeaning
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
decoya pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
remunerativeserving to remunerate
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
responsivenessgiving response : constituting a response : answering
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
obstetriciana physician specializing in obstetrics