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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WordMeaning
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
valedictionan act of bidding farewell
clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
appurtenancesaccessory objects
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
emolumentthe returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites
snivelto run at the nose
dowdynot neat or becoming in appearance : shabby
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong