GRE Word List

MISADVENTURE

misfortune

The meaning of the word misadventure is misfortune.

Random words

WordMeaning
hideto put out of sight : secrete
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
miscellaneousconsisting of diverse things or members : heterogeneous
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
elysianof or relating to Elysium
forteone's strong point
missivea written communication : letter
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted