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 |
|---|---|
| legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| caste | one of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes |
| flamboyant | marked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior |
| pertinacious | adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design |
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| parry | to ward off a weapon or blow |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| fervent | very hot : glowing |