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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extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
whitthe smallest part or particle imaginable : bit
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
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exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God