Desultory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɛs.əl.t(ə).ɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Desultory is an adjective meaning Jumping, or passing, from one thing or subject to another, without order, planning, or rational connection; lacking logical sequence.
Meaning
Jumping, or passing, from one thing or subject to another, without order, planning, or rational connection; lacking logical sequence.
More Meanings
- Out of course; by the way; not connected with the subject.
- Disappointing in performance or progress.
- (obsolete) Leaping, skipping or flitting about, generally in a random or unsteady manner.
Example Sentences
I teach a class of desultory minds.
subject to desultory fire from the enemy
She made a desultory attempt at conversation.
He wandered round, cleaning up in a desultory way.
Synonyms for desultory
Depending on context, synonyms include disconnected, unmethodical, aimless, quodlibetic, quodlibetical, half-assed.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include purposeless, abrupt, orderless, cursory, indirected, directionless.
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