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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| rendition | the act or result of rendering something: such as |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |
| purchase | to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy |
| prevaricate | to deviate from the truth : equivocate |
| outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |
| cathartic | of, relating to, or producing catharsis |
| germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |