GRE Word List
MALICIOUS
having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice
The meaning of the word malicious is having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| zenith | the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| mutability | prone to change : inconstant |
| flashy | lacking in substance or flavor : insipid |
| clique | a narrow exclusive circle or group of persons |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |
| pinch | to squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument |
| illuminate | to supply or brighten with light |