GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vagary | an erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion |
| atypical | not typical : irregular |
| diverse | differing from one another : unlike |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| recapitulate | to retell or restate briefly : summarize |
| iconoclastic | a person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |