GRE Word List

ARCHAEOLOGY

the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities

The meaning of the word archaeology is the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities.

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WordMeaning
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
pseudonyma fictitious name
prohibitivetending to prohibit or restrain
martineta strict disciplinarian
damnto condemn to a punishment or fate
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
tribunea Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates