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 |
|---|---|
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| septic | of, relating to, or causing putrefaction |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness |
| cow | the mature female of cattle (genus Bos) |
| inert | lacking the power to move |
| crescendo | a gradual increase |
| engaging | tending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive |
| burlesque | a literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |
| laborious | involving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous |