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 |
|---|---|
| canto | one of the major divisions of a long poem |
| hurl | rush |
| mauve | a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color |
| speck | a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay |
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |
| subpoena | a writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure |
| exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |