GRE Word List
RETROACTIVE
extending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
The meaning of the word retroactive is extending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precise | exactly or sharply defined or stated |
| shove | to push along |
| piscatorial | piscatory |
| impart | to give, convey, or grant from or as if from a store |
| tipple | to drink liquor especially by habit or to excess |
| enrapture | to fill with delight |
| apothecary | one who prepares and sells drugs or compounds for medicinal purposes |
| nocturnal | of, relating to, or occurring in the night |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| inimical | being adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence |