GRE Word List

FORTUITOUS

occurring by chance

The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.

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WordMeaning
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
illicitnot permitted : unlawful
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate
mercurialof, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
gobbleto swallow or eat greedily
voguepopular acceptation or favor : popularity