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
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
hindmostfarthest to the rear : last
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
dawdleto spend time idly
waggishresembling or characteristic of a wag
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event