GRE Word List

TRUISM

an undoubted or self-evident truth

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

Random words

WordMeaning
nauticalof, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships
cuethe letter q
compassionsympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
jubilationan act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke