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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| arrears | the state of being behind in the discharge of obligations |
| parallelism | the quality or state of being parallel |
| itinerary | the route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one |
| predilection | an established preference for something |
| impropriety | an improper or indecorous act or remark |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| cynical | having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as |
| dereliction | an intentional abandonment |
| transpire | to take place : go on |