GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rave | to talk irrationally in or as if in delirium |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
| lout | to bow in respect |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| quiescent | marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest |
| forthcoming | being about to appear or to be produced or made available |
| uxorious | excessively fond of or submissive to a wife |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |