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.

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WordMeaning
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
menageriea place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition
concurrentoperating or occurring at the same time
mammothany of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair
galea strong current of air:
frigidintensely cold
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
obliviouslacking remembrance, memory, or mindful attention