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.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| stately | marked by lofty or imposing dignity |
| ventilate | to expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing |
| thwart | to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| unassuming | not assuming : modest |
| aboriginal | being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region |
| transition | a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another |
| prelate | an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank |
| confound | to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity |
| implement | a device used in the performance of a task : tool |