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 |
|---|---|
| papyrus | a tall perennial sedge (Cyperus papyrus) of the Nile valley |
| gawk | a clumsy stupid person : lout |
| buoyant | having buoyancy |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| jovial | characterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
| append | attach |
| ragamuffin | a ragged often disreputable person |