GRE Word List

MISCHANCE

bad luck

The meaning of the word mischance is bad luck.

Random words

WordMeaning
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
quietudea quiet state : repose
projectilea body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia