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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| discrepancy | the quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| matrix | something within or from which something else originates, develops, or takes form |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| iconoclastic | a person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions |
| vestige | a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost |
| alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |
| entice | to attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt |
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |