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 |
|---|---|
| perversion | the action of perverting : the condition of being perverted |
| overwhelm | upset |
| shrew | any of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur |
| sentient | responsive to or conscious of sense impressions |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
| dilettante | a person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler |
| denizen | inhabitant |
| ironic | relating to, containing, or constituting irony |