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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| detached | standing by itself : separate |
| overwrought | extremely excited : agitated |
| prelate | an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank |
| requiem | a mass for the dead |
| bombastic | marked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous |
| hilarity | boisterous merriment or laughter |
| dearth | scarcity that makes dear |
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |