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

WordMeaning
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
puckerto become wrinkled or constricted
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
malignanttending to produce death or deterioration
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle