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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WordMeaning
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
wafflea crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
prattleprate
luminousemitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor