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

WordMeaning
circleta little circle
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
entailto impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
nostruma medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness
gratuitysomething given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
neologisma new word, usage, or expression
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
anecdotea usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident