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
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
slewa large number
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
baubletrinket
poreto gaze intently
dilateto become enlarged or widened
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
gratifyto be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to