GRE Word List
PALEONTOLOGY
a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains
The meaning of the word paleontology is a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains.
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| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |
| relish | characteristic flavor |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| omnipresent | present in all places at all times |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| stigma | a mark of shame or discredit : stain |
| jest | a joking or mocking remark |