GRE Word List
NOXIOUS
physically harmful or destructive to living beings
The meaning of the word noxious is physically harmful or destructive to living beings.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| embark | to go on board a vehicle for transportation |
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| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| paramour | lover |
| compulsive | having power to compel |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
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