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 |
|---|---|
| start | to move suddenly and violently : spring |
| bleak | exposed and barren and often windswept |
| anthropomorphic | described or thought of as having a human form or human attributes |
| drudgery | dull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| botch | an inflammatory sore |
| mash | to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure |
| genteel | having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish |
| equinox | either of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic |