GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
interiman intervening time : interval
fraya usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
martineta strict disciplinarian
mata piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
regicidea person who kills a king
untenablenot able to be defended