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
willfulobstinately and often perversely self-willed
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
consolean architectural member projecting from a wall to form a bracket or from a keystone for ornament
fluxa flowing of fluid from the body: such as
salineconsisting of or containing salt
badinageplayful repartee : banter
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on