GRE Word List
MISCHANCE
bad luck
The meaning of the word mischance is bad luck.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sonic | utilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| intolerant | unable or unwilling to endure |
| servitude | a condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| discredit | to refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve |