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 |
|---|---|
| conglomeration | the act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated |
| sift | to put through a sieve |
| privy | private |
| rant | to talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner |
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| knell | a stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster) |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| pallet | a straw-filled tick or mattress |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| imprecation | curse |