GRE Word List

HAPLESS

having no luck : unfortunate

The meaning of the word hapless is having no luck : unfortunate.

Random words

WordMeaning
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
jumbleto move in a confused or disordered manner
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
orthographythe art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
prowessdistinguished bravery