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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credentialwarranting credit or confidence
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
imperturbablemarked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
phalanxa body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
afterlifean existence after death
nethersituated down or below : lower
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