GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
inarticulateincapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings
animatedendowed with life or the qualities of life : alive
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
corpusclea minute particle
lagoona shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water
moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
credentialwarranting credit or confidence