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.

Random words

WordMeaning
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
antisepticopposing microbial infection
nauseateto become affected with nausea
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
abortiveprematurely born
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
revertto come or go back (as to a former condition, period, or subject)
ravenousrapacious