GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
zephyra breeze from the west
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
drivelnonsense