GRE Word List

BALEFUL

deadly or pernicious in influence

The meaning of the word baleful is deadly or pernicious in influence.

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unkemptnot combed
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
ashenof, relating to, or made from ash wood
validhaving legal efficacy or force
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
stemthe main trunk of a plant