GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cosmic | of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone |
| reprimand | a severe or formal reproof |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| amplify | to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis |
| righteous | acting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin |
| bucolic | of or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral |
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |
| rubble | broken fragments (as of rock) resulting from the decay or destruction of a building |
| inert | lacking the power to move |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |