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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| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |
| hibernal | of, relating to, or occurring in winter |
| dutiful | filled with or motivated by a sense of duty |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| rue | to feel penitence, remorse, or regret for |
| intoxicate | to excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished |
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |