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
austerestern and cold in appearance or manner
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
protocolan original draft, minute, or record of a document or transaction
loftan upper room or floor : attic
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
incendiaryigniting combustible materials spontaneously
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
gastronomythe art or science of good eating