GRE Word List

MISADVENTURE

misfortune

The meaning of the word misadventure is misfortune.

Random words

WordMeaning
cadeta younger brother or son
suspendto debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
leave-takingdeparture
flutterto flap the wings rapidly
fervorintensity of feeling or expression
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
genesisthe origin or coming into being of something
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse