GRE Word List
MISHAP
an unfortunate accident
The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| acoustics | a science that deals with the production, control, transmission, reception, and effects of sound |
| evanescent | tending to vanish like vapor |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| fickle | marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness |
| homespun | spun or made at home |
| cartographer | one that makes maps |
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| congenital | existing at or dating from birth |
| abash | to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert |