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
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
queuea braid of hair usually worn hanging at the back of the head
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
pulmonaryof, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs
apprehendarrest
wagto be in motion : stir