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 |
|---|---|
| synoptic | affording a general view of a whole |
| polemic | an aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another |
| vacuous | emptied of or lacking content |
| oversee | survey |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| temerity | unreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness |
| synchronous | happening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time |
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |