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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| hindmost | farthest to the rear : last |
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| interstice | a space that intervenes between things |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| irrepressible | impossible to repress, restrain, or control |
| arbitrate | to act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both |
| tyro | a beginner in learning : novice |
| bilk | to block the free development of : frustrate |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| quorum | a select group |