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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| precocious | exceptionally early in development or occurrence |
| maverick | an unbranded range animal |
| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
| rivulet | a small stream |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |