GRE Word List

MISCHANCE

bad luck

The meaning of the word mischance is bad luck.

Random words

WordMeaning
chimericalexisting only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
dilapidateddecayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing