GRE Word List

SIFT

to put through a sieve

The meaning of the word sift is to put through a sieve.

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WordMeaning
tardymoving slowly : sluggish
redressto set right : remedy
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk
implementa device used in the performance of a task : tool
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
bogwet spongy ground
zephyra breeze from the west
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr