GRE Word List
RIFT
fissure
The meaning of the word rift is fissure.
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|---|---|
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| groove | a long narrow channel or depression |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| clamor | noisy shouting |
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| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
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| mash | to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure |