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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| persevere | to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |
| gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| padre | a Christian clergyman |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| ordain | to invest (see invest |
| nourish | nurture |
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |