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
idlenot occupied or employed: such as
craveto ask for earnestly : beg
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
bourgeoisof, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
implicateto bring into intimate or incriminating connection
monumentalserving as or resembling a monument : massive
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism