GRE Word List

MISHAP

an unfortunate accident

The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.

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WordMeaning
wantonmerciless
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
podiatristthe medical care and treatment of the human foot
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
maimto mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
distantseparated in space : away
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art