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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prosperous | auspicious |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| bleak | exposed and barren and often windswept |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| purse | a small bag for money |
| havoc | wide and general destruction : devastation |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |