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
spectralof, relating to, or suggesting a specter : ghostly
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
dichotomya division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
shama trick that deludes : hoax
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
parochialof or relating to a church parish