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
placeboa usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder
rampa sloping way or plane: such as
insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government
careento put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull
renditionthe act or result of rendering something: such as
hoarygray or white with or as if with age
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
vertexthe top of the head
glamoran exciting and often illusory and romantic attractiveness