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
embedto enclose closely in or as if in a matrix
haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
filialof, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
concorda state of agreement : harmony
barristera counsel admitted to plead at the bar and undertake the public trial of causes in an English superior court compare solicitor
betokento typify beforehand : presage
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly