GRE Word List
SPORADIC
occurring irregularly; intermittent
The meaning of the word sporadic is occurring irregularly; intermittent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cow | terrorize; intimidate |
| rakish | jaunty; stylish; sporty; morally corrupt; dissolute; Ex. He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. |
| clap | strike the palms of the hands together with a sudden explosive sound; come together suddenly with a sharp sound; put or send promptly; Ex. clap the thief in jail; N: clapping; loud or explosive sound; CF. applause |
| glimmer | shine erratically; twinkle; N: dim or unsteady light; faint indication; Ex. glimmer of hope |
| slough | (of a snake) shed or cast off (dead outer skin); N: outer layer that is shed |
| accessory | additional object; useful but not essential thing |
| abase | lower; degrade; humiliate; make humble; make (oneself) lose self-respect |
| brawny | muscular; having well-developed muscles |
| procurement | obtaining; V. procure: obtain by effort; obtain (a prostitute) for another |
| predispose | give an inclination toward (in advance); make susceptible to; Ex. predispose people to certain cancer; N. predisposition |
