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 |
|---|---|
| sphinx-like | enigmatic; mysterious |
| peccadillo | a slight offense |
| evince | to constitute outward evidence of |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| posthumous | born after the death of the father |
| craven | lacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted |
| robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |