GRE Word List

EFFETE

no longer fertile

The meaning of the word effete is no longer fertile.

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WordMeaning
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
ineptgenerally incompetent : bungling
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
invalidnot valid:
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
ambleto go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
vividvery strong : very high in chroma