GRE Word List
DETRIMENTAL
obviously harmful : damaging
The meaning of the word detrimental is obviously harmful : damaging.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wax | a substance that is secreted by bees and is used by them for constructing the honeycomb, that is a dull yellow solid plastic when warm, and that is composed primarily of a mixture of esters, hydrocarbons, and fatty acids : beeswax |
| abstract | disassociated from any specific instance |
| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| formality | compliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| innovation | a new idea, method, or device : novelty |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |