GRE Word List
DELETERIOUS
harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
The meaning of the word deleterious is harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sycophant | a servile self-seeking flatterer |
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| overwhelm | upset |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |
| solicitous | manifesting or expressing solicitude |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| balk | to refuse abruptly |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |