GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
cornucopiaa curved, hollow goat's horn or similarly shaped receptacle (such as a horn-shaped basket) that is overflowing especially with fruit and vegetables (such as gourds, ears of corn, apples, and grapes) and that is used as a decorative motif emblematic of abundance
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
throespang
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
dictuma noteworthy statement: such as