GRE Word List

MILITATE

to have weight or effect

The meaning of the word militate is to have weight or effect.

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WordMeaning
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
finalethe close or termination of something: such as
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
ingenioushaving or showing an unusual aptitude for discovering, inventing, or contriving
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants