GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
firebranda piece of burning wood
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penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
motleyvariegated in color
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impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb