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
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
muteunable to speak : lacking the power of speech
toutto make much of : promote
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage
fraya usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute
lunarcrescent
ingratean ungrateful person
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence