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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| theocracy | government of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| enamored | affected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| fiend | devil |
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| nugatory | of little or no consequence : trifling |
| vapid | lacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |