GRE Word List

OPALESCENT

reflecting an iridescent light

The meaning of the word opalescent is reflecting an iridescent light.

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WordMeaning
congruentcongruous
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
philatelista specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps
durationcontinuance in time
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
dirgea song or hymn of grief or lamentation
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
repulseto drive or beat back : repel