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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| indisputable | not disputable : unquestionable |
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| fortitude | strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| amoral | having or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong |
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