GRE Word List

MISHAP

an unfortunate accident

The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.

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WordMeaning
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
immaculatespotlessly clean
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
prosceniumthe stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
missivea written communication : letter
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life