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 |
|---|---|
| apocalyptic | of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse |
| rotundity | marked by roundness : rounded |
| paste | a dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| inconsequential | of no significance : unimportant |
| palatial | of, relating to, or being a palace |
| lank | not well filled out : slender |
| auroral | dawn |
| insolvent | unable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business |
| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |