GRE Word List
MISHAP
an unfortunate accident
The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malignant | tending to produce death or deterioration |
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| onomatopoeia | the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss) |
| aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| premonition | previous notice or warning : forewarning |
| sensuous | of or relating to the senses or sensible objects |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| naivete | a naive remark or action |
| moratorium | a legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt |