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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| Word | Meaning |
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| fluster | to put into a state of agitated confusion : upset |
| inveigh | to protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail |
| throttle | to compress the throat of : choke |
| annul | to declare or make legally invalid or void |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |
| refectory | a dining hall (as in a monastery or college) |
| purport | to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred) |
| sportive | frolicsome |
| sodden | dull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages |