GRE Word List

CORROSIVE

tending or having the power to corrode

The meaning of the word corrosive is tending or having the power to corrode.

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WordMeaning
nostruma medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
lagone that lags or is last
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act