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 |
|---|---|
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| docket | a brief written summary of a document : abstract |
| temperament | characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |
| sheer | unqualified |
| elysian | of or relating to Elysium |
| lineage | descent in a line from a common progenitor |
| layman | a person who is not a member of the clergy |
| lackluster | lacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull |