GRE Word List

SIFT

to put through a sieve

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

Random words

WordMeaning
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
pugilistfighter
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
divestto deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
cognitiveof, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering)
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner