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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antipathya strong feeling of dislike
retrenchcut down
pastichea literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work
oatmealmeal made from oats
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
assumptiona taking to or upon oneself
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness