GRE Word List
SPORADIC
occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
The meaning of the word sporadic is occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| centrifuge | a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| wince | to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch |
| parlance | speech |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| incapacitate | to deprive of capacity or natural power : disable |
| severity | the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh |