GRE Word List
HAZARDOUS
involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
The meaning of the word hazardous is involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inadvertently | unintentional |
| harping | a plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard |
| indeterminate | not definitely or precisely determined or fixed : vague |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| execute | to carry out fully : put completely into effect |
| homage | a feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord |
| minion | a servile dependent, follower, or underling |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| mordant | biting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |