GRE Word List
SPECTRUM
a continuum of color formed when a beam of white light is dispersed (as by passage through a prism) so that its component wavelengths are arranged in order
The meaning of the word spectrum is a continuum of color formed when a beam of white light is dispersed (as by passage through a prism) so that its component wavelengths are arranged in order.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| ingrained | forming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated |
| enterprise | a project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky |
| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |
| judicious | having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |
| flay | to strip off the skin or surface of : skin |
| specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |