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 |
|---|---|
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
| evocative | evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| prophetic | of, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
| lopsided | leaning to one side |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |
| embed | to enclose closely in or as if in a matrix |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |