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
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking
violatebreak
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
senilitythe quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
sparseof few and scattered elements
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt