GRE Word List

MOTLEY

variegated in color

The meaning of the word motley is variegated in color.

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WordMeaning
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
schemea plan or program of action
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
reciprocalinversely related : opposite
parochialof or relating to a church parish
avowto declare assuredly
artifactsa usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
cessiona yielding to another : concession
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening