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
curban edging (as of concrete) built along a street to form part of a gutter
ultimatuma final proposition, condition, or demand
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
disquietudeanxiety
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
admonishto indicate duties or obligations to
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal