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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anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
dolta stupid person
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
victualsfood usable by people
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
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finalethe close or termination of something: such as