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
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
stoutstrong of character: such as
febrilemarked or caused by fever : feverish
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
polyglotone who is polyglot
mirewet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
glutto flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand
emolumentthe returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites