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
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
emasculateto deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
prodigya highly talented child or youth
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
igneousformed by solidification of magma
insubordinationdisobedient to authority
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
resplendentshining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor
dispassionatenot influenced by strong feeling
precipitateto throw violently : hurl