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 |
|---|---|
| ancillary | subordinate |
| belated | delayed beyond the usual time |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| memento | something that serves to warn or remind |
| clipper | one that clips something |
| expository | of, relating to, or containing exposition |
| junket | trip |
| forerunner | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as |
| singular | of or relating to a separate person or thing : individual |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |