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 |
|---|---|
| gloss | a surface luster or brightness : shine |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
| pillage | the act of looting or plundering especially in war |
| opus | work |
| halcyon | characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden |
| vibrant | pulsating with life, vigor, or activity |
| martinet | a strict disciplinarian |
| exodus | the mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table |