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
deludeto mislead the mind or judgment of : deceive
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evinceto constitute outward evidence of
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
iotaan infinitesimal amount : jot
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suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
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