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
diversediffering from one another : unlike
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
concentrichaving a common center
extirpateto destroy completely : wipe out
tribunala court or forum of justice
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
anathemasomeone or something intensely disliked or loathed
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
authoritativehaving, marked by, or proceeding from authority
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on