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
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
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eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
hibernateto pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
colossalof, relating to, or resembling a colossus
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
irksometending to irk : tedious
whiffa quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray