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 |
|---|---|
| chasten | to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline |
| hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| translucent | permitting the passage of light: |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| throng | a multitude of assembled persons |
| glaring | having a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger |
| rationale | an explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |