episodic episodic /ˌɛpəˈsɑːdɪk/

adjective

1. Limited in duration to a single episode  ( episodic , episodical )
   limited in duration to a single episode
    An account concerned primarily with episodic events such as the succession of rulers
   an account concerned primarily with episodic events such as the succession of rulers
   
2. Occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals  ( episodic , episodical , occasional )
   occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals
    Episodic in his affections
   episodic in his affections
    Occasional headaches
   occasional headaches
   
3. Of writing or narration; divided into or composed of episodes  ( episodic , episodical )
   of writing or narration; divided into or composed of episodes
    The book is episodic and the incidents don't always hang together
   the book is episodic and the incidents don't always hang together