GRE Word List

ICHTHYOLOGY

a branch of zoology that deals with fishes

The meaning of the word ichthyology is a branch of zoology that deals with fishes.

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WordMeaning
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
virtueconformity to a standard of right : morality
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
pretentiouscharacterized by pretension: such as
ascertainto find out or learn with certainty
flirtto move erratically : flit
inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail