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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| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
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| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| spasmodic | relating to or affected or characterized by spasm |
| graduate | to receive an academic degree or diploma |
| except | with the exclusion or exception of |
| dart | a light spear |
| passive | acted upon by an external agency |
| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |