GRE Word List
EFFETE
no longer fertile
The meaning of the word effete is no longer fertile.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| ordination | the act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained |
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| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
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| fugitive | running away or intending flight |
| remonstrate | to present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate |
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