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
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
poisebalance
disportsport
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
implicationsomething implied: such as
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity