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
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
tanto make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
rendezvousa place appointed for assembling or meeting
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
vintnera wine merchant
subservientuseful in an inferior capacity : subordinate
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain