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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| propagate | to cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction |
| rebuff | to reject or criticize sharply : snub |
| baffle | to defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert |
| lament | to mourn aloud : wail |
| ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
| subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |
| censure | a judgment involving condemnation |
| accoutre | to provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit |
| ventral | of or relating to the belly : abdominal |