GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
reprisea musical repetition:
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking
dissolutionthe act or process of dissolving: such as
shrewdmarked by clever discerning awareness and hardheaded acumen
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
thronga multitude of assembled persons
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