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 |
|---|---|
| lascivious | filled with or showing sexual desire : lewd |
| precipitate | to throw violently : hurl |
| chaotic | marked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered |
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| expedite | to accelerate the process or progress of : speed up |
| quandary | a state of perplexity or doubt |
| groom | bridegroom |
| memorialize | to address or petition by a memorial |