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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WordMeaning
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
practicablecapable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible
ambrosiathe food of the Greek and Roman gods
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
stygianof or relating to the river Styx
galleya ship or boat propelled solely or chiefly by oars: such as