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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WordMeaning
tauthaving no give or slack : tightly drawn
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accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
jibeto be in accord : agree
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tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
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unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect