GRE Word List

FITFUL

characterized by fits or paroxysms

The meaning of the word fitful is characterized by fits or paroxysms.

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WordMeaning
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
incompatiblenot compatible: such as
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
altruisticrelating to or given to altruism:
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
nauseaa stomach distress with distaste for food and an urge to vomit