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
havocwide and general destruction : devastation
efficacythe power to produce an effect
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
vilifyto utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame
qualifyto reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : modify
vieto strive for superiority : contend
cowthe mature female of cattle (genus Bos)
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
contingentdependent on or conditioned by something else