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
dispassionatenot influenced by strong feeling
daubto cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster
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hibernalof, relating to, or occurring in winter
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
compliantready or disposed to comply : submissive
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
tantruma fit of bad temper