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
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
vagrantone who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support
dotagea state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
oligarchygovernment by the few
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
dulcetsweet to the taste