GRE Word List
LUSTROUS
reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
The meaning of the word lustrous is reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wrench | to move with a violent twist |
| coercion | the act, process, or power of coercing |
| vehement | marked by forceful energy : powerful |
| embellish | to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate |
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
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| kleptomaniac | a person evidencing kleptomania |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |