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
coupa sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
conspireplot
aloftat or to a great height
catechismoral instruction
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation