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
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
bravadoblustering swaggering conduct
indulgeto yield to the desire of : humor
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
dichotomya division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
lucremonetary gain : profit