GRE Word List
MISADVENTURE
misfortune
The meaning of the word misadventure is misfortune.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |
| pass_off | present falsely; represent falsely to be |
| reproach | an expression of rebuke or disapproval |
| estimable | capable of being estimated |
| requisite | needed for a particular purpose : essential |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| knotty | marked by or full of knots |
| compartment | a separate division or section |
| clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |