GRE Word List

SHIFT

to exchange for or replace by another : change

The meaning of the word shift is to exchange for or replace by another : change.

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WordMeaning
garrulousgiven to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative
idioman expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
perpetualcontinuing forever : everlasting
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
grumbleto mutter in discontent
perditioneternal damnation
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention