GRE Word List

SERENDIPITY

the faculty or phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for

The meaning of the word serendipity is the faculty or phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for.

Random words

WordMeaning
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
chafeirritate
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
headlongheadfirst
explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine