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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preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
begetto procreate as the father : sire
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
omnipotentalmighty
drabslattern
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
waketo be or remain awake
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument