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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WordMeaning
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
ramificationbranch
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
pareto trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of
adjointo add or attach by joining
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
dismissto permit or cause to leave
deviateto stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic