English Definition
v. to float or be carried, especially through the air
Significado en Español
flotar, ondear
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bay nhẹ, trôi nổi
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
From Old English ''wæftian'', related to ''wave'' (wave).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to “waft”?
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A
descend
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B
scatter
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C
drift
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D
plunge
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C — drift.
“waft” means v. to float or be carried, especially through the air
Common questions about “waft”
What does “waft” mean?
waft — v. to float or be carried, especially through the air. In Chinese: 飘荡，漂浮.
How do you pronounce “waft”?
waft is pronounced /wæft/. It breaks into 1 syllable: waft.
Is “waft” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. waft appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “waft”?
From Old English ''wæftian'', related to ''wave'' (wave).
