GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

Random words

WordMeaning
culminationthe action of culminating
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
broilto cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
lollto hang loosely or laxly : droop
viablecapable of living
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
dichotomya division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of