GRE Word List

CLEFT

a space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure

The meaning of the word cleft is a space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure.

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WordMeaning
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
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spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
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defalcatededuct
imputeto lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly
prosperto succeed in an enterprise or activity
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur