GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |
| addiction | a compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| grandiloquent | a lofty, extravagantly colorful, pompous, or bombastic style, manner, or quality especially in language |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| outlaw | a person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law |
| emetic | an agent that induces vomiting |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| chagrin | disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure |