GRE Word List

INSIDIOUS

having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle

The meaning of the word insidious is having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle.

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WordMeaning
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
condolegrieve
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
traverseto go or travel across or over
marginthe part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
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emanateto come out from a source
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
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