GRE Word List

FAUNA

animal life

The meaning of the word fauna is animal life.

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voluminoushaving or marked by great volume or bulk : large
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
propinquitynearness of blood : kinship