GRE Word List
TIMBRE
the quality given to a sound by its overtones: such as
The meaning of the word timbre is the quality given to a sound by its overtones: such as.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| stereotype | to make a stereotype from |
| sententious | given to or abounding in aphoristic expression |
| confidence | a feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances |
| sully | to make soiled or tarnished : defile |
| referendum | the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |
| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |
| judicious | having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment |
| regatta | a rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races |