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
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
aeriethe nest of a bird on a cliff or a mountaintop
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
impoverishto make poor
stunto make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset