GRE Word List
TAXONOMIST
the study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
The meaning of the word taxonomist is the study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| couple | two persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired |
| anomaly | something different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous |
| maroon | a dark red |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| lascivious | filled with or showing sexual desire : lewd |
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| lionize | to treat as an object of great interest or importance |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |