GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| polyglot | one who is polyglot |
| magnate | a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area |
| flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| plaintive | expressive of suffering or woe : melancholy |
| eclectic | composed of elements drawn from various sources |
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| instigate | to goad or urge forward : provoke |
| steep | lofty |
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