GRE Word List

OPALESCENT

reflecting an iridescent light

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

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WordMeaning
juggernauta massive inexorable force, campaign, movement, or object that crushes whatever is in its path
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
precludeto make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
incontinentnot continent: such as
primethe second of the canonical hours
stiltedpompous