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

WordMeaning
ruminantan animal that chews the cud
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mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
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reaperone that reaps
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
abscissionthe act or process of cutting off : removal
imbibedrink
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt