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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peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
waxa substance that is secreted by bees and is used by them for constructing the honeycomb, that is a dull yellow solid plastic when warm, and that is composed primarily of a mixture of esters, hydrocarbons, and fatty acids : beeswax
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
monarchyundivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person
stoopto bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
emancipateto free from restraint, control, or the power of another