GRE Word List
DETRIMENTAL
obviously harmful : damaging
The meaning of the word detrimental is obviously harmful : damaging.
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|---|---|
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |
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| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
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| sly | wise in practical affairs |
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| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
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| rote | the use of memory usually with little intelligence |
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