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 |
|---|---|
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| arboreal | of, relating to, or resembling a tree |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| pedantic | of, relating to, or being a pedant |
| mete | to give out by measure : dole out |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| progeny | descendants |
| laud | praise |
| shun | to avoid deliberately and especially habitually |