GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| palette | a thin oval or rectangular board or tablet that a painter holds and mixes pigments on |
| denomination | an act of denominating |
| cartographer | one that makes maps |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
| requite | to make return for : repay |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |