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
premeditateto think about and revolve in the mind beforehand
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
briskkeenly alert : lively
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
indigenousproduced, growing, living, or occurring natively or naturally in a particular region or environment
sensitizationthe action or process of sensitizing
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
tentativenot fully worked out or developed