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 |
|---|---|
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| stout | strong of character: such as |
| febrile | marked or caused by fever : feverish |
| venial | of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable |
| nuptial | of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony |
| polyglot | one who is polyglot |
| mire | wet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh) |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |