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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| thesis | a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| antiquity | ancient times |
| ascertain | to find out or learn with certainty |
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| implement | a device used in the performance of a task : tool |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| gobble | to swallow or eat greedily |
| morgue | a place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy |
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |