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
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
maraudto roam about and raid in search of plunder
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
marginalwritten or printed in the margin of a page or sheet