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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| hallowed | holy |
| pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
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| thrifty | given to or marked by economy and good management |
| broach | brooch |
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| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |