GRE Word List
OPALESCENT
reflecting an iridescent light
The meaning of the word opalescent is reflecting an iridescent light.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| accretion | the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as |
| loiter | to delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| spruce | to make spruce |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| patois | a dialect other than the standard or literary dialect |
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |