GRE Word List

BANE

a source of harm or ruin : curse

The meaning of the word bane is a source of harm or ruin : curse.

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WordMeaning
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
gargantuantremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
catapultan ancient military device for hurling missiles
grovelto creep with the face to the ground : crawl
bureaucracya body of nonelected government officials
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
interminablehaving or seeming to have no end