GRE Word List

IRIDESCENT

having or exhibiting iridescence

The meaning of the word iridescent is having or exhibiting iridescence.

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WordMeaning
compromisesettlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
agilitythe quality or state of being agile : nimbleness
pithyconsisting of or abounding in pith
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile
vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism
litanya prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation