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
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
fathomlessincapable of being fathomed : immeasurable
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
pragmaticrelating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic
rambleto move aimlessly from place to place
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
hordea political subdivision of central Asian nomads
striatedmarked with striations or striae
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
callousbeing hardened and thickened