GRE Word List
MISHAP
an unfortunate accident
The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| anecdote | a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident |
| freebooter | pirate |
| apex | the uppermost point : vertex |
| prodigious | causing amazement or wonder |
| incongruity | the quality or state of being incongruous |
| slacken | to make less active : slow up |
| contentious | likely to cause disagreement or argument |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |