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
mandatean authoritative command
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
dichotomya division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities
porridgea soft food made by boiling meal of grains or legumes in milk or water until thick
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
malignanttending to produce death or deterioration
tillerone that tills : cultivator
submissivesubmitting to others
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming