GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver
concentrichaving a common center
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
quietudea quiet state : repose
lookoutone engaged in keeping watch : watchman
quandarya state of perplexity or doubt
jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
bedizento dress or adorn gaudily