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
automatona mechanism that is relatively self-operating
deleteto eliminate especially by blotting out, cutting out, or erasing
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
creeda brief authoritative formula of religious belief
verbatimin the exact words : word for word
laconicusing or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
neologisma new word, usage, or expression
impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally