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
addenduma thing added : addition
nominalof, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
exigencythat which is required in a particular situation
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
transitiona change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another
gobbleto swallow or eat greedily
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament