GRE Word List

EFFICACY

the power to produce an effect

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

Random words

WordMeaning
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
validateto make legally valid : ratify
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
buccaneerany of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies
recapitulateto retell or restate briefly : summarize
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand