GRE Word List

OPALESCENT

reflecting an iridescent light

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

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mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
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enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
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