GRE Word List

EFFICACY

the power to produce an effect

The meaning of the word efficacy is the power to produce an effect.

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WordMeaning
conceitfavorable opinion
arsenalan establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment
definitiveserving to provide a final solution or to end a situation
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
sluran insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses