desultory

IPA: dˈɛsʌɫtɔri

Jumping, or passing, from one thing or subject to another, without order, planning, or rational connection; lacking logical sequence.
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.

Examples of "desultory" in Sentences

The desultory conversation seemed to drift from one topic to another without any clear direction
His desultory approach to studying meant that he never seemed to make much progress in his classes
The hikers took a desultory route through the forest, wandering aimlessly without a map
Her desultory efforts to clean the house resulted in only a few rooms being tidied up
The team's desultory performance in the first half of the game was a stark contrast to their dominant play in the second half