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
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
trimto remove by or as if by cutting
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
vociferousmarked by or given to vehement insistent outcry
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
trampletramp
unseemlynot seemly: such as
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
abideto bear patiently : tolerate