GRE Word List
RIFT
fissure
The meaning of the word rift is fissure.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ethereal | of or relating to the regions beyond the earth |
| parasite | an organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host |
| nausea | a stomach distress with distaste for food and an urge to vomit |
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
| nutrient | furnishing nourishment |
| tipple | to drink liquor especially by habit or to excess |
| herd | a typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control |