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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| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
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| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| casual | subject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance |
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| esoteric | designed for or understood by the specially initiated alone |
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