Question

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1. what do you think the word \pernicious\ means?

a. ugly
b. careless
c. angry
d. destructive or malicious
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Explanation:

The word "pernicious" means having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. Among the given options, "destructive or malicious" (D) is the closest in meaning. "Ugly" (A) refers to appearance, "careless" (B) to lack of attention, and "angry" (C) to an emotion, none of which are related to the meaning of "pernicious".

Answer:

D. destructive or malicious