GRE Word List

OPALESCENT

reflecting an iridescent light

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

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abstractdisassociated from any specific instance
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
breadthdistance from side to side : width
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
botchan inflammatory sore
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