GRE Word List

RIFT

fissure

The meaning of the word rift is fissure.

Random words

WordMeaning
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
ogleto glance with amorous invitation or challenge
wagto be in motion : stir
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
jovialcharacterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly
liabilitythe quality or state of being liable