GRE Word List

ASTIGMATISM

a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image

The meaning of the word astigmatism is a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image.

Random words

WordMeaning
enigmasomething hard to understand or explain
crochetneedlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
epicureanof or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
frivolousof little weight or importance
lumberto move ponderously
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
dawdleto spend time idly
superimposeto place or lay over or above something