Pronunciation: /ˈdɛsəlˌtɔri/
adjective lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm; happening randomly or by chance
A1 The children's desultory conversation quickly turned into a lively discussion about their favorite toys.
A2 She made desultory attempts to tidy up her room, but quickly got distracted by her phone.
B1 The team's desultory performance in the first half was a stark contrast to their energetic play in the second half.
B2 His desultory approach to studying led to mediocre grades, despite his natural intelligence.
C1 The CEO's desultory leadership style left the company in a state of disarray, prompting the board to seek a new leader.
C2 The author's desultory writing style may seem haphazard at first, but upon closer inspection reveals a deliberate and nuanced approach.
formal The meeting was characterized by desultory discussions that lacked focus and direction.
informal Their desultory approach to studying led to poor grades in the end.
slang I can't stand his desultory attitude towards work, it's so frustrating.
figurative Her thoughts were like desultory butterflies, flitting from one idea to the next without settling on anything concrete.
desultoried
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more desultory
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is being desultory
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desultorily
desultorying