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
conceptionthe process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization or implantation or both
conscripta conscripted person (such as a military recruit)
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
trekto make one's way arduously
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance