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
remediablecapable of being remedied
impersonalhaving no personal reference or connection
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
sojourna temporary stay
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
panderto act as a pander
cremateto subject to cremation
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
thrashto beat soundly with or as if with a stick or whip : flog