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
tyroa beginner in learning : novice
sledgesledgehammer
suspendto debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function
surfeitan overabundant supply : excess
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body