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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| undermine | to subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| impregnate | to cause to be filled, imbued, permeated, or saturated |
| reconnaissance | a preliminary survey to gain information |
| throes | pang |
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
| nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |
| unanimity | the quality or state of being unanimous |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| ascertain | to find out or learn with certainty |