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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transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
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rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
humdrummonotonous
sententiousgiven to or abounding in aphoristic expression
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
documentproof
toteman object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
brinkedge