GRE Word List
SOUND
a particular auditory impression : tone
The meaning of the word sound is a particular auditory impression : tone.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| magnanimity | the quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity |
| cue | the letter q |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| stipend | a fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses |
| nutritious | nourishing |
| assiduous | showing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application |