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
cerebralof or relating to the brain or the intellect
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
meandera winding path or course
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
gradationa series forming successive stages
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
siftto put through a sieve