GRE Word List

OPALESCENT

reflecting an iridescent light

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

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podiatristthe medical care and treatment of the human foot
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
clairvoyanthaving clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
mandatean authoritative command
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra