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
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
alludeto make indirect reference
darta light spear
hybridan offspring of two animals or plants of different subspecies, breeds, varieties, species, or genera
callusa thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
utopiaa place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses