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
awla pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)
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resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource
solicitto make petition to : entreat
invertto reverse in position, order, or relationship
hacklesone of the long narrow feathers on the neck or saddle of a bird
transpireto take place : go on
censurea judgment involving condemnation
irremediablenot remediable
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked