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 |
|---|---|
| slake | subside |
| wont | accustomed |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |
| diadem | crown |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |
| lank | not well filled out : slender |
| static | exerting force by reason of weight alone without motion |