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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|---|---|
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| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
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| privation | an act or instance of depriving : deprivation |
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