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
indigentsuffering from extreme poverty : impoverished
healthyenjoying good health
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
trajectorythe curve that a body (such as a planet or comet in its orbit or a rocket) describes in space
nutritionthe act or process of nourishing or being nourished
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
franticemotionally out of control
mercantileof or relating to merchants or trading
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane