GRE Word List

MISHAP

an unfortunate accident

The meaning of the word mishap is an unfortunate accident.

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WordMeaning
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
trenchantkeen
quaya structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
fledglinga young bird just fledged (see fledge
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
stagnantnot flowing in a current or stream
firebranda piece of burning wood
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power