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 |
|---|---|
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| memento | something that serves to warn or remind |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| prognosticate | to foretell from signs or symptoms : predict |
| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |
| charisma | a personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader) |
| roseate | resembling a rose especially in color |
| botch | an inflammatory sore |
| carrion | dead and putrefying flesh |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |