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 |
|---|---|
| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |
| blue | of the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue |
| predicament | the character, status, or classification assigned by a predication |
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| dereliction | an intentional abandonment |
| docile | easily taught |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |