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
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
eclipticof or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse
panga brief piercing spasm of pain
cavilto raise trivial and frivolous objection
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
adjunctsomething joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
nostruma medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness
prepossessingcreating prejudice