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
sundryincluding many things of different kinds : miscellaneous
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
nurturetraining
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
cohortscompanion
machinationsan act of machinating
providencedivine guidance or care
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment