GRE Word List
SHUNT
to turn off to one side : shift
The meaning of the word shunt is to turn off to one side : shift.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| optimum | the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end |
| supposition | something that is supposed : hypothesis |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| bump | a relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as |
| glower | to look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| scraps | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
| automaton | a mechanism that is relatively self-operating |