GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
rankrelative standing or position
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
steeplofty
outlandishof or relating to another country : foreign
rendto remove from place by violence : wrest
propheticof, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
palleta straw-filled tick or mattress
tardymoving slowly : sluggish