Biological Classification Terms

noun the fact of existing or living

verb the present participle of the verb 'be', indicating the state or act of existing

noun a realm or domain

• The kingdom was ruled by a wise and just monarch.
• The kingdom is run by a cool king.
• That kingdom is lit with the king in charge.
• In her mind, the library was a kingdom of knowledge.

adjective having a resemblance in appearance, character, or quantity without being identical

• The two research studies produced similar results.
• My sister and I have similar taste in music.
• We both have similar vibes, dude.
• Their friendship was like two peas in a pod, always thinking in a similar way.

noun a classification system, especially in biology, that arranges organisms into hierarchical groups based on shared characteristics

• The taxonomy of this particular species is still being studied by scientists.
• I'm trying to figure out the taxonomy of these different types of birds.
• I have no idea about the taxonomy of these bugs, they all look the same to me.
• In the taxonomy of music genres, this band would fall under alternative rock.

adjective divided into or consisting of three parts or elements

• The tripartite agreement between the three countries was signed yesterday.
• We're planning a tripartite meeting with our partners next week.
• The tripartite deal went down without a hitch.
• The tripartite nature of the decision-making process ensures checks and balances.

adjective relating to or situated on the side facing away from the axis of an organ or organism

• The abaxial surface of the leaf is typically lighter in color than the adaxial surface.
• Turn the leaf over to see the abaxial side, it's usually a different shade.
• Check out the backside of the leaf, that's the abaxial part.
• Sometimes we need to look at the abaxial aspects of a situation to gain a different perspective.