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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
| quiescent | marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| outlaw | a person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |
| indolent | averse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy |
| fervid | very hot : burning |