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 |
|---|---|
| factitious | produced by humans rather than by natural forces |
| mute | unable to speak : lacking the power of speech |
| desecrate | to violate the sanctity of : profane |
| miscreant | unbelieving |
| schematic | of or relating to a scheme or schema |
| kismet | fate |
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| wreak | bring about |