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 |
|---|---|
| patois | a dialect other than the standard or literary dialect |
| infantile | of or relating to infants or infancy |
| sonic | utilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves |
| disclose | to make known or public |
| overthrow | overturn |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| wily | full of wiles : crafty |
| quay | a structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place |
| machiavellian | of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |