GRE Word List

PALEONTOLOGY

a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains

The meaning of the word paleontology is a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains.

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WordMeaning
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
unimpeachablenot impeachable: such as
comestibleedible
amputateto remove by or as if by cutting
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated