GRE Word List
RIFT
fissure
The meaning of the word rift is fissure.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recess | the action of receding : recession |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| fleet | a number of warships under a single command |
| reverend | worthy of reverence : revered |
| recline | to cause or permit to incline backwards |
| complicity | association or participation in or as if in a wrongful act |
| wistful | full of yearning or desire tinged with melancholy |