GRE Word List

RIFT

fissure

The meaning of the word rift is fissure.

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WordMeaning
sadisticof, relating to, or characterized by sadism
antecedeprecede
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
gushto issue copiously or violently
incessantcontinuing or following without interruption : unceasing
slaughterthe act of killing
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
compulsionan act of compelling