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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cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
cholericeasily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
servileof or befitting a menial position
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
velocityquickness of motion : speed
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent