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 |
|---|---|
| havoc | wide and general destruction : devastation |
| efficacy | the power to produce an effect |
| opalescent | reflecting an iridescent light |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| qualify | to reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : modify |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
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| kernel | the inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| contingent | dependent on or conditioned by something else |