GRE Word List
PERNICIOUS
highly injurious or destructive : deadly
The meaning of the word pernicious is highly injurious or destructive : deadly.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| soluble | susceptible of being dissolved in or as if in a liquid and especially water |
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| mote | a small particle : speck |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| funereal | of or relating to a funeral |
| rapture | an expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| chagrin | disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure |