GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
congenitalexisting at or dating from birth
dronea stingless male bee (as of the honeybee) that has the role of mating with the queen and does not gather nectar or pollen
slewa large number
carriondead and putrefying flesh
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
disseminateto spread abroad as though sowing seed