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
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
terrestrialof or relating to the earth or its inhabitants
retortto pay or hurl back : return
colloquialused in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation
ciliatedpossessing cilia
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned