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 |
|---|---|
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| paramour | lover |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| studious | assiduous in the pursuit of learning |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| hypochondriac | hypochondriacal |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| dilemma | a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice |
| detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
| tarry | to delay or be tardy in acting or doing |