GRE Word List

KISMET

fate

The meaning of the word kismet is fate.

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WordMeaning
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
eroticof, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
ployescapade
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
beelinea straight direct course
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious