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 |
|---|---|
| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
| throttle | to compress the throat of : choke |
| plume | a feather of a bird: such as |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| sundry | including many things of different kinds : miscellaneous |
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| lucre | monetary gain : profit |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| debilitate | to impair the strength of : enfeeble |
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |