GRE Word List

RIFT

fissure

The meaning of the word rift is fissure.

Random words

WordMeaning
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
verbiagea profusion of words usually of little or obscure content
baubletrinket
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
equablemarked by lack of variation or change : uniform
capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
withholdto hold back from action : check