GRE Word List

RIFT

fissure

The meaning of the word rift is fissure.

Random words

WordMeaning
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
negateto deny the existence or truth of
licensepermission to act
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
premonitorygiving warning
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
beseechto beg for urgently or anxiously
primethe second of the canonical hours