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

WordMeaning
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
slaughterthe act of killing
sportivefrolicsome
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
derangedmentally unsound : crazy
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
arcadea long arched building or gallery
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
siblingsib