GRE Word List
MISHAP
an unfortunate accident
The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lien | a charge upon real or personal property for the satisfaction of some debt or duty ordinarily arising by operation of law |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| implacable | not placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| fleet | a number of warships under a single command |
| malcontent | a discontented person: |
| mellifluous | having a smooth rich flow |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| chip | a small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |