1. moved slowly and smoothly, especially by being carried by water, air, or wind
Usage: past tense of drift
2. moved gradually and aimlessly from one place or situation to another
Usage: past tense of drift
3. gradually changed or moved away from an original position, course, or relationship
Usage: past tense of drift

Examples

• The boat drifted slowly down the river.
• Snow drifted against the windows during the storm.
• After college, she drifted from job to job.
• The conversation drifted to other topics.
• He drifted off to sleep during the movie.
• The two friends gradually drifted apart over the years.
• Clouds drifted across the blue sky.