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 |
|---|---|
| vagary | an erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion |
| compliance | the act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |
| promote | to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise |
| sleek | slick |
| nepotism | favoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship |
| rightful | just |
| tumult | disorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |