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
mendaciousgiven to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth
swaggerto conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
delusivelikely to delude
fellskin
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
impassionedfilled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling
disburseto pay out : expend especially from a fund