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 |
|---|---|
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
| convoke | to call together to a meeting |
| hone | to sharpen or smooth with a whetstone |
| knell | a stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster) |
| verisimilar | having the appearance of truth : probable |
| usury | the lending of money with an interest charge for its use |
| suppliant | supplicant |
| corrugated | having corrugations |
| attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |