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

WordMeaning
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
infinitesimalimmeasurably or incalculably small
espousemarry
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
supinelying on the back or with the face upward
authoritativehaving, marked by, or proceeding from authority