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
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
compileto compose out of materials from other documents
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
impermeablenot permitting passage (as of a fluid) through its substance
proverba brief popular epigram or maxim : adage
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
proxythe agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another
exchequera department or office of state in medieval England charged with the collection and management of the royal revenue and judicial determination of all revenue causes