GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
altercationa noisy, heated, angry dispute
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
casteone of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes
broachbrooch
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed