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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| spat | squabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel |
| lavish | expending or bestowing profusely : prodigal |
| verisimilitude | the quality or state of being verisimilar |
| fractious | tending to be troublesome : unruly |
| callus | a thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark |
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| overt | open to view : manifest |
| homespun | spun or made at home |
| buffoon | a ludicrous figure : clown |