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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |
| consonant | being in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts humankind |
| visage | the face, countenance, or appearance of a person or sometimes an animal |
| suborn | to induce secretly to do an unlawful thing |