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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| concordat | compact |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| earthy | of, relating to, or consisting of earth |
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| trance | stupor |