GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
sapthe fluid part of a plant
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time
intermediarymediator
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant