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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scintillaspark
queuea braid of hair usually worn hanging at the back of the head
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allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
sleekslick
demisedeath
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
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