GRE Word List

DISCURSIVE

moving from topic to topic without order : rambling

The meaning of the word discursive is moving from topic to topic without order : rambling.

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WordMeaning
asteroidany of the small rocky celestial bodies found especially between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter
vitalof the utmost importance
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
reduceto draw together or cause to converge : consolidate
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
begetto procreate as the father : sire
pontificalepiscopal attire
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate