GRE Word List

MODULATE

to tune to a key or pitch

The meaning of the word modulate is to tune to a key or pitch.

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WordMeaning
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
campa place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers)
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
doffto remove (an article of wear) from the body
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event