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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wreakbring about
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
ovationa ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
corporealhaving, consisting of, or relating to a physical material body: such as
consortassociate
blackballto vote against
terminationend in time or existence : conclusion