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

WordMeaning
scrappyconsisting of scraps
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
oligarchygovernment by the few
bruisean injury involving rupture of small blood vessels and discoloration without a break in the overlying skin : contusion
eonan immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age
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agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt