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

WordMeaning
palatialof, relating to, or being a palace
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
climeclimate
ghastlyterrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
fiatan authoritative or arbitrary order : decree
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
visionthe act or power of seeing : sight
aeriethe nest of a bird on a cliff or a mountaintop
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle