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
confidentialmarked by intimacy or willingness to confide
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity
wantonmerciless
correlateeither of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
vertexthe top of the head
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
retainto keep in possession or use