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
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
coteriean intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose
incessantcontinuing or following without interruption : unceasing
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
voguepopular acceptation or favor : popularity
poreto gaze intently
exasperateto cause irritation or annoyance to