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
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
ecclesiasticecclesiastical
unseemlynot seemly: such as
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
verdantgreen in tint or color
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
trothloyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
calorificcaloric
loathunwilling to do something contrary to one's ways of thinking : reluctant