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

WordMeaning
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
vagrantone who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support
automatona mechanism that is relatively self-operating
lethargicof, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
parablea usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle
precociousexceptionally early in development or occurrence
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds