GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
languiddrooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
inevitableincapable of being avoided or evaded
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples