GRE Word List

MISHAP

an unfortunate accident

The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.

Random words

WordMeaning
legerdemainsleight of hand
underhandin a clandestine manner
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
ponderousof very great weight
coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
hotheada hotheaded person
demagoguea leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power
insubstantialnot substantial: such as