pernicious
adjectiveSeriously harmful, especially in a gradual or less obvious way.
Seriously harmful
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Clear all filtersSeriously harmful, especially in a gradual or less obvious way.
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Reasoned inquiry into fundamental questions about reality, knowledge, values, and how to live.
Very deep, intense, or showing considerable understanding.
Deep in thought or effect
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Developing by stages or favoring reform and new approaches.
Developing in stages
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