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
figurea number symbol : numeral
propagateto cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
censurea judgment involving condemnation
accoutreto provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal