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
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
hydrophobiarabies
aestheticof, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
vortexsomething that resembles a whirlpool
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
cadeta younger brother or son
igneousformed by solidification of magma
embezzlementto appropriate (something, such as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief