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 |
|---|---|
| inverse | opposite in order, nature, or effect |
| jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| posthumous | born after the death of the father |
| affliction | a cause of persistent pain or distress |
| interim | an intervening time : interval |
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |