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
Word | Meaning |
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vitiate | to make faulty or defective : impair |
flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
latent | present and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic |
centrifuge | a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects |
flay | to strip off the skin or surface of : skin |
exact | to call for forcibly or urgently and obtain |
ward | the action or process of guarding |
glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
sledge | sledgehammer |