GRE Word List

TRUISM

an undoubted or self-evident truth

The meaning of the word truism is an undoubted or self-evident truth.

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WordMeaning
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression
impetusa driving force : impulse
clichea trite phrase or expression
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment