GRE Word List
DETRIMENTAL
obviously harmful : damaging
The meaning of the word detrimental is obviously harmful : damaging.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| presentiment | a feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition |
| cipher | zero |
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| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| menial | a person doing menial work |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| bludgeon | a short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon |