GRE Word List
MISHAP
an unfortunate accident
The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obtrude | to thrust out : extrude |
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| broach | brooch |
| rarefied | being less dense |
| germinate | to cause to sprout or develop |
| consort | associate |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| ambiguous | doubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness |