GRE Word List

EFFECTUAL

producing or able to produce a desired effect

The meaning of the word effectual is producing or able to produce a desired effect.

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WordMeaning
homelysuggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring
patrimonyan estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
paragona model of excellence or perfection
avowto declare assuredly
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments