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 |
|---|---|
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| assail | to attack violently : assault |
| acerbity | the quality of being acerbic |
| pertinacious | adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design |
| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
| profligate | wildly extravagant |
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| deface | to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details |