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
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
libidinoushaving or marked by lustful desires : lascivious
convolutedhaving convolutions
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
contusioninjury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning