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 |
|---|---|
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
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| shard | a piece or fragment of a brittle substance |
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| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
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