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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| mordant | biting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| garrulous | given to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative |
| sate | satisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy |
| surmise | a thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| panoramic | of, relating to, or resembling a panorama: such as |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| rout | a state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |