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 |
|---|---|
| slake | subside |
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| query | question |
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| venue | locale |
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
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