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 |
|---|---|
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
| unanimity | the quality or state of being unanimous |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| fetish | an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner |
| cosmic | of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone |
| gale | a strong current of air: |
| primordial | first created or developed : primeval |
| licentious | lacking legal or moral restraints |