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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| brawl | to quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle |
| genesis | the origin or coming into being of something |
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| holster | a leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| bewitch | to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| estranged | having lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| callow | lacking adult sophistication : immature |