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.

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WordMeaning
quailany of numerous small gallinaceous birds: such as
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
disconcertto throw into confusion
servileof or befitting a menial position
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
hallucinationa sensory perception (such as a visual image or a sound) that occurs in the absence of an actual external stimulus and usually arises from neurological disturbance (such as that associated with delirium tremens, schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, or narcolepsy) or in response to drugs (such as LSD or phencyclidine)
defaultfailure to do something required by duty or law : neglect