GRE Word List

FORTUITOUS

occurring by chance

The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.

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fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
perorationthe concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration
bestowto put to use : apply
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb