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.

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WordMeaning
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
unsavoryinsipid
concurto express agreement
dowseto plunge into water
stymieto present an obstacle to : stand in the way of
languiddrooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as