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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hegemonypreponderant influence or authority over others : domination
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sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
laconicusing or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
enraptureto fill with delight
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