GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.

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WordMeaning
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
tyroa beginner in learning : novice
convolutedhaving convolutions
guyman
balkto refuse abruptly
premonitorygiving warning
gentilitythe condition of belonging to the gentry