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

WordMeaning
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
inductiveof, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction
disjunctiona sharp cleavage : disunion
palimpsestwriting material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
gerrymanderthe act or method of gerrymandering
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
augustmarked by majestic dignity or grandeur
litigationthe act, process, or practice of settling a dispute in a court of law : the act or process of litigating
finitehaving definite or definable limits