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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| virile | having traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree |
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| peripatetic | a follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism |
| quarry | game |
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| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
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