GRE Word List
SIFT
to put through a sieve
The meaning of the word sift is to put through a sieve.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| retiring | reserved |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| natal | native |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| auroral | dawn |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| circuitous | having a circular or winding course |