GRE Word List
HERPETOLOGIST
a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians
The meaning of the word herpetologist is a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
| mischief | a specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| galvanize | to subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
| residual | remainder |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| archaeology | the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities |
| distill | to let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |