GRE Word List
BALEFUL
deadly or pernicious in influence
The meaning of the word baleful is deadly or pernicious in influence.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |
| naivete | a naive remark or action |
| bugaboo | an imaginary object of fear |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| oscillate | to swing backward and forward like a pendulum |
| obtuse | not pointed or acute : blunt |
| mannered | having manners of a specified kind |