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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incipient | beginning to come into being or to become apparent |
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| impel | to urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force |
| despoil | to strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |
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| tout | to make much of : promote |
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| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |