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
underscoreto draw a line under : underline
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
acmethe highest point or stage
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
ruffiana brutal person : bully
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition