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
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time
chasethe hunting of wild animals
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
baubletrinket
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
sparseof few and scattered elements
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
concatenatelinked together
retributionrecompense