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
remunerativeserving to remunerate
chafeirritate
afterlifean existence after death
clipperone that clips something
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
nourishnurture
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
morguea place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned