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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WordMeaning
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
festerto generate pus
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
barda tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds
reciprocateto give and take mutually
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble