GRE Word List

SIFT

to put through a sieve

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

Random words

WordMeaning
irreproachablenot reproachable : blameless
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
exemptfree or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject
gapeto open the mouth wide
trougha long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals
inchoatebeing only partly in existence or operation : incipient
gibeto utter taunting words
wallowto roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner
scenarioan outline or synopsis of a play
exorbitantnot coming within the scope of the law