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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| pauper | a person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity |
| voracious | having a huge appetite : ravenous |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| calorific | caloric |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
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