pernicious
adjectiveSeriously harmful, especially in a gradual or less obvious way.
Seriously harmful
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adjectiveContinuing indefinitely or recurring so often as to seem constant.
Continuing indefinitely
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pompous
adjectiveExaggeratedly self-important or ceremonious.
Inflated self-importance
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pontificate
verbTo express opinions in a pompous or dogmatic manner.
precarious
adjectiveUnstable, insecure, or exposed to danger or failure.
Unstable or insecure
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pretentious
adjectiveTrying to appear more important, cultured, or impressive than justified.
punctilious
adjectiveVery attentive to details of conduct, rules, or formalities.
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