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 |
|---|---|
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| pervert | to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt |
| surpass | to become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed |
| imbecility | the quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| artisan | a worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
| rift | fissure |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| swamp | a wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water |