GRE Word List
DESULTORY
marked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
The meaning of the word desultory is marked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| contaminate | to soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association |
| sanguine | marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic |
| tryst | an agreement (as between lovers) to meet |
| covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
| blunt | having an edge or point that is not sharp |
| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| beatitude | a state of utmost bliss |