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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mutilateto cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
bookishof or relating to books
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
whittlea large knife
nebulaany of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality