GRE Word List

ADVERSITY

a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune

The meaning of the word adversity is a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune.

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WordMeaning
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
perforateto make a hole through
neologisma new word, usage, or expression
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waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
transitoryof brief duration : temporary
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ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle