GRE Word List
DETRIMENTAL
obviously harmful : damaging
The meaning of the word detrimental is obviously harmful : damaging.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| skimp | skimpy |
| palliate | to reduce the violence of (a disease) |
| noncommittal | giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling |
| hypercritical | meticulously or excessively critical |
| inimical | being adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence |
| partition | the action of parting : the state of being parted : division |
| shimmer | to shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer |
| harbor | a place of security and comfort : refuge |
| rile | to make agitated and angry : upset |