GRE Word List

ACOUSTICS

a science that deals with the production, control, transmission, reception, and effects of sound

The meaning of the word acoustics is a science that deals with the production, control, transmission, reception, and effects of sound.

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potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
arraignto call (a defendant) before a court to answer to an indictment : charge
tantruma fit of bad temper
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
rivuleta small stream
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering