GRE Word List

TEMPO

the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking

The meaning of the word tempo is the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking.

Random words

WordMeaning
allureto entice by charm or attraction
giddydizzy
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
premonitorygiving warning
spliceto unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
groombridegroom
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
biennialoccurring every two years
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments