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 |
|---|---|
| confidential | marked by intimacy or willingness to confide |
| disparity | a noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity |
| wanton | merciless |
| correlate | either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife) |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| chide | to speak out in angry or displeased rebuke |
| vertex | the top of the head |
| brittle | easily broken, cracked, or snapped |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| retain | to keep in possession or use |