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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WordMeaning
acuitykeenness of perception
lodewaterway
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glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light