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 |
|---|---|
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| conventional | formed by agreement or compact |
| repulse | to drive or beat back : repel |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| inkling | a slight knowledge or vague notion |
| alimentary | of or relating to nourishment or nutrition |
| chore | the regular or daily light work of a household or farm |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| wither | to become dry and sapless |
| irrevocable | not possible to revoke : unalterable |