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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| rider | one that rides |
| indissoluble | not dissoluble |
| filch | to steal secretly or casually |
| chastise | to censure severely : castigate |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
| incline | to bend the head or body forward : bow |
| slavish | of or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
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