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 |
|---|---|
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| ordination | the act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained |
| inherent | involved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic |
| imbue | endow |
| minion | a servile dependent, follower, or underling |
| inane | lacking significance, meaning, or point : silly |
| benison | blessing |
| distant | separated in space : away |
| torpedo | a weapon for destroying ships by rupturing their hulls below the waterline: such as |
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |