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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obtrude | to thrust out : extrude |
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| clasp | a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together |
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| benison | blessing |
| tread | to step or walk on or over |
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| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
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