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
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
ultimatuma final proposition, condition, or demand
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
onerousinvolving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
abortiveprematurely born
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
peerlessmatchless
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
cordialshowing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval