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.

Random words

WordMeaning
bugabooan imaginary object of fear
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)
diversediffering from one another : unlike
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
assailto attack violently : assault
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
espousemarry
alludeto make indirect reference
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