GRE Word List

DISJOINTED

being thrown out of orderly function

The meaning of the word disjointed is being thrown out of orderly function.

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magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
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knitto form by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles
predilectionan established preference for something
queuea braid of hair usually worn hanging at the back of the head
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