GRE Word List

INEFFECTUAL

not producing the proper or intended effect : futile

The meaning of the word ineffectual is not producing the proper or intended effect : futile.

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ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
besiegeto surround with armed forces
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jurisprudencethe science or philosophy of law
convertto bring over from one belief, view, or party to another
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mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
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