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 |
|---|---|
| irreproachable | not reproachable : blameless |
| absolute | free from imperfection : perfect |
| exempt | free or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject |
| gape | to open the mouth wide |
| trough | a long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals |
| inchoate | being only partly in existence or operation : incipient |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| wallow | to roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner |
| scenario | an outline or synopsis of a play |
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |