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
detachedstanding by itself : separate
overwroughtextremely excited : agitated
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
requiema mass for the dead
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
dearthscarcity that makes dear
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence