Paleontology Word Search — Hard

Play a free online Paleontology word search puzzle. Difficulty: Hard. Find all 12 hidden words on the 12×12 grid below.

Words to find

Plus 4 hidden bonus words.

Paleontology word list, defined

DESCENDANT /dɪˈsɛndənt/ · noun
A person, animal, or plant descended from a particular ancestor or group of ancestors; more broadly, anything deriving in form or character from an earlier version. Related: heir, offspring, successor, progeny.
DESECRATION /ˌdɛsɪˈkreɪʃən/ · noun
The act of treating a sacred place or thing with violent disrespect; violation or profanation of what is holy or revered. Related: profanation, violation, defilement, blasphemy.
DINOSAURS /ˈdaɪnəsɔːrz/ · noun
Plural of dinosaur: a group of extinct reptiles that dominated terrestrial ecosystems during the Mesozoic Era, many of which reached enormous size. Figuratively, an outdated person, institution, or thing that has failed to adapt to change. Related: prehistoric reptiles, behemoths, colossi, relics.
DETERMINE /dɪˈtɜːmɪn/ (British), /dɪˈtɜːrmɪn/ (US) · verb
To determine is to find out or establish something conclusively, often through investigation, calculation, or reasoning. It can also mean to cause, decide, or shape the outcome of something. Related: establish, ascertain, decide, resolve.
CONSULT /kənˈsʌlt/ · verb
To seek information or advice from someone, especially an expert or authority; also to refer to a source of information such as a book or document. Related: advise with, confer, seek advice, refer to.
DESCRIPTION /dɪˈskrɪpʃən/ · noun
A spoken or written account that gives details of the appearance, qualities, or features of someone or something; the act or process of depicting something in words. Related: account, depiction, portrayal, narrative.
FINDINGS /ˈfaɪndɪŋz/ · noun
The results or conclusions reached after investigation, research, or inquiry. Also, in legal contexts, the formal conclusions of a court, jury, or other adjudicating body on questions of fact. Related: results, conclusions, outcomes, discoveries.
CONTROL /kənˈtrəʊl/ (UK); /kənˈtroʊl/ (US) · noun, verb
The power or authority to direct, regulate, or command the behavior of a person, process, or thing; also, as a verb, to exercise such power or to keep something within limits. Related: command, authority, mastery, dominion.

More Paleontology puzzles · Daily challenge · Browse themes · How to play · Home