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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WordMeaning
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond
demeritoffense