GRE Word List

VIRTUAL

being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted

The meaning of the word virtual is being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted.

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WordMeaning
gangrenelocal death of soft tissues due to loss of blood supply
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
anthropoidany of a suborder (Anthropoidea) of higher primates (such as macaques and marmosets)
purgatoryan intermediate state after death for expiatory purification
appeasepacify
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
quashto suppress or extinguish summarily and completely