GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| draw | to cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| deflect | to turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction |
| peroration | the concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| agitate | to excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb |