GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| turbulence | the quality or state of being turbulent: such as |
| implacable | not placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated |
| integral | essential to completeness : constituent |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| kernel | the inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| halfhearted | lacking heart, spirit, or interest |