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
pluckto pull or pick off or out
animadversiona critical and usually censorious remark
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
indeterminatenot definitely or precisely determined or fixed : vague
draftthe act of drawing or pulling in a net
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
kudospraise given for achievement
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter