GRE Word List
ENTOMOLOGY
a branch of zoology that deals with insects
The meaning of the word entomology is a branch of zoology that deals with insects.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| lottery | a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |
| romp | one that romps |
| compound | something formed by a union of elements or parts |
| apposite | highly pertinent or appropriate : apt |
| erotic | of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire |
| pandemonium | a wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people) |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| bluff | having a broad flattened front |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |