maxim
/ˈmæksɪm/
max · im
ˈmæk · sɪm
English Definition
n. a short statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct
Significado en Español
máxima
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
châm ngôn, cách ngôn
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “maxim”:
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A
adage
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B
mystery
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C
rumor
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D
anecdote
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A — adage.
“maxim” means n. a short statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct
Common questions about “maxim”
What does “maxim” mean?
maxim — n. a short statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct. In Chinese: 格言，箴言.
How do you pronounce “maxim”?
maxim is pronounced /ˈmæksɪm/. It breaks into 2 syllables: max · im.
Is “maxim” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. maxim appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
