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 |
|---|---|
| antithesis | the direct opposite |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| beguile | hoodwink |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| abode | the place where one lives : home |
| bane | a source of harm or ruin : curse |
| gustatory | relating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste |
| abstemious | marked by restraint especially in the eating of food or drinking of alcohol |
| stipple | to engrave by means of dots and flicks |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |