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
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
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temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
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putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
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licensepermission to act