GRE Word List
MISADVENTURE
misfortune
The meaning of the word misadventure is misfortune.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| manifest | readily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight |
| intrude | to thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome |
| gruel | a thin porridge |
| pauper | a person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |
| prate | to talk long and idly : chatter |
| vital | of the utmost importance |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |