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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| remiss | negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless |
| erroneous | containing or characterized by error : mistaken |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| representational | one that represents: such as |
| draft | the act of drawing or pulling in a net |
| luxuriant | yielding abundantly : fertile |
| badinage | playful repartee : banter |
| decollete | wearing a strapless or low-necked dress |
| comport | to be fitting : accord |
| limber | having a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile |