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
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
raspto rub with something rough
refraincurb
unfetterto free from fetters
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
demoticof, relating to, or written in a simplified form of the ancient Egyptian hieratic writing
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
bequeathto give or leave by will (see will