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
impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
continencethe ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
generalitythe quality or state of being general
proletariana member of the proletariat
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
prepossessingcreating prejudice
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm