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

WordMeaning
vertexthe top of the head
rivuleta small stream
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
acnea disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
obduratestubbornly persistent in wrongdoing
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
preyan animal taken by a predator as food
valedictoryof or relating to a valediction : expressing or containing a farewell
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
savorthe taste or smell of something