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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WordMeaning
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
torquea force that produces or tends to produce rotation or torsion
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
brochurepamphlet