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.

Random words

WordMeaning
accessiblecapable of being reached
swathea band used in swathing
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
linguisticof or relating to language or linguistics
expatriatebanish
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
overwhelmupset
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
reduceto draw together or cause to converge : consolidate