GRE Word List
RIFT
fissure
The meaning of the word rift is fissure.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| regime | regimen |
| dialectical | of, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |
| elicit | to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response) |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| biennial | occurring every two years |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |