GRE Word List
EFFECTIVE
producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
The meaning of the word effective is producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| languid | drooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak |
| squabble | a noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters |
| chivalrous | valiant |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| proxy | the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another |
| prattle | prate |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |