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

WordMeaning
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
alluvialrelating to, composed of, or found in alluvium
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly
braidto make from braids
daisa raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about