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 |
|---|---|
| misadventure | misfortune |
| beholden | being under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted |
| aseptic | preventing infection |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| tawdry | cheap and gaudy in appearance or quality |
| repress | to check by or as if by pressure : curb |
| sleek | slick |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
| ward | the action or process of guarding |