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Desultory

Definition

(formal) Lacking a clear plan or purpose; moving from one thing to another without a logical connection or a coherent sequence. Often used to describe a person's actions, thoughts, or conversation that seem aimless or disjointed.

Example Sentences

1The professor's desultory remarks during the lecture left many students confused and struggling to follow the main argument.
2Is it possible to write a compelling narrative that is intentionally desultory, mimicking the fragmented nature of human consciousness?
3The artist's use of desultory brushstrokes and vivid colors created a sense of dynamic energy in the painting.
4Avoid desultory writing in your academic papers; instead, focus on developing a clear and logical structure that supports your thesis.
5There is a certain charm to desultory conversations that meander through various topics without a predetermined agenda or outcome.

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