GRE Word List
HAPHAZARD
random; by chance; happening in an unplanned manner; Ex. haphazard growth of the town
The meaning of the word haphazard is random; by chance; happening in an unplanned manner; Ex. haphazard growth of the town.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| regeneration | spiritual rebirth; Ex. regeneration of the prisoners; V. regenerate: give or obtain new life; reform spiritually |
| surveillance | close observation of a person (esp. one under suspicion); watching; guarding |
| barrister | counselor-at-law or lawyer in the higher court of law; CF. bar |
| numismatist | person who collects coins; N. numismatics: study or collection of money, coins, and medals |
| robust | strong; vigorous |
| tramp | walk with a heavy step; travel on foot; N: vagrant; one who travels aimlessly about; long walk; sound of heavy walking |
| cataclysm | deluge; upheaval; earthquake; violent and sudden event or change |
| recapitulate | summarize |
| ironic | expressing irony; occurring in an unexpected and contrary manner |
| ravenous | extremely hungry; voracious |
