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 |
|---|---|
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| ultimatum | a final proposition, condition, or demand |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |
| labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
| wan | suggestive of poor health : sickly |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |
| fleck | streak |