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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WordMeaning
expoundto set forth : state
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
premonitorygiving warning
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
languishto be or become feeble, weak, or enervated
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
exactto call for forcibly or urgently and obtain
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
willowyabounding with willows