How to pronounce desultory:
Example: "Desultory thoughts"
Jumping, or passing, from one thing or subject to another, without order, planning, or rational connection; lacking logical sequence.
Example: "He wandered round, cleaning up in a desultory way."
Out of course; by the way; not connected with the subject.
Example: "I made a desultory remark while i was talking to my friend."
Disappointing in performance or progress.
Leaping, skipping or flitting about, generally in a random or unsteady manner.