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 |
|---|---|
| rife | prevalent especially to an increasing degree |
| vouchsafe | to grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner |
| rote | the use of memory usually with little intelligence |
| thematic | of, relating to, or constituting a theme |
| masochist | a person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| attest | to affirm to be true or genuine |
| tycoon | a businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate |
| misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts humankind |