GRE Word List
PERNICIOUS
highly injurious or destructive : deadly
The meaning of the word pernicious is highly injurious or destructive : deadly.
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prudent | characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as |
requisite | needed for a particular purpose : essential |
oscillate | to swing backward and forward like a pendulum |
limp | to walk lamely |
daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |
condiments | something used to enhance the flavor of food |
compassion | sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it |
fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
antecede | precede |