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
breedto produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation
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protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
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effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
frittera small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat