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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| seep | to flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze |
| ratify | to approve and sanction formally : confirm |
| compile | to compose out of materials from other documents |
| frantic | emotionally out of control |
| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |
| penchant | a strong and continued inclination |
| egregious | conspicuous |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| largess | liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior |
| infallible | incapable of error : unerring |