GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
plumagethe feathers of a bird
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
purgatoryan intermediate state after death for expiatory purification
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
bicameralhaving, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale