GRE Word List

RIFT

fissure

The meaning of the word rift is fissure.

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WordMeaning
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
ecologista branch of science concerned with the interrelationship of organisms and their environments
forumthe marketplace or public place of an ancient Roman city forming the center of judicial and public business
dialecticalof, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time