GRE Word List

OPALESCENT

reflecting an iridescent light

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

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WordMeaning
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
verbiagea profusion of words usually of little or obscure content
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)
ameliorateto make better or more tolerable
verdantgreen in tint or color
proverba brief popular epigram or maxim : adage
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
statutea law enacted by the legislative branch of a government
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism