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
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
awla pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)
diurnalactive chiefly in the daytime
deputizeto appoint as deputy
distinctivemarking as separate or different : serving to distinguish
boisterousnoisily turbulent : rowdy
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
medleya musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces
alimentaryof or relating to nourishment or nutrition