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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| Word | Meaning |
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| rabies | an acute virus disease of the nervous system of mammals that is caused by a rhabdovirus (species Rabies virus of the genus Lyssavirus) usually transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal and that is characterized typically by increased salivation, abnormal behavior, and eventual paralysis and death when untreated |
| mawkish | lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
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| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| blackball | to vote against |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |