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
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
antecedentsa substantive word, phrase, or clause whose denotation is referred to by a pronoun that typically follows the substantive (such as John in "Mary saw John and called to him")
herpetologista branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians
clamberto climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
wretcha miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
visceralfelt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep
purveyorone that purveys