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
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
metricalof, relating to, or composed in meter
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
wrytwist
inevitableincapable of being avoided or evaded