Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shift
verb, noun
/ʃɪft/
Definition
To move or change from one position, direction, or state to another.
Examples
- She had to shift the books from the table to the shelf.
- The company plans to shift its focus towards sustainability.
- During the night, a shift in the weather brought rain.
Meaning
Shift refers to a change in position, focus, or emphasis. It can describe both physical movements and changes in circumstances or ideas.
Synonyms
- move
- change
- transfer
- alter
- transition