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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| accessory | an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else |
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| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| mulct | fine |
| pugilist | fighter |
| nullify | to make null (see null |
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