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 |
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| abhor | to regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe |
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| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
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| tinge | a slight staining or suffusing shade or color |
| iota | an infinitesimal amount : jot |
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