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 |
|---|---|
| effulgent | radiant splendor : brilliance |
| congruent | congruous |
| prune | a plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation |
| predecessor | one that precedes |
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| obtuse | not pointed or acute : blunt |
| gracious | marked by kindness and courtesy |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |