GRE Word List
OPALESCENT
reflecting an iridescent light
The meaning of the word opalescent is reflecting an iridescent light.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| institute | something that is instituted: such as |
| outgoing | going away : departing |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| acrophobia | abnormal dread of being in a high place : fear of heights |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| malleable | capable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers |
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| equivocate | to use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |