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 |
|---|---|
| antidote | a remedy to counteract the effects of poison |
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| lottery | a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance |
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| rigor | harsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity |
| articulate | expressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively |
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| deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |