GRE Word List
FORTUITOUS
occurring by chance
The meaning of the word fortuitous is occurring by chance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| barrage | a dam placed in a watercourse to increase the depth of water or to divert it into a channel for navigation or irrigation |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| brawn | the flesh of a boar |
| florescence | a state or period of flourishing |
| dregs | sediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate |
| talon | the claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey |
| appraise | to set a value on : to estimate the amount of |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |