GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vertigo | a sensation of motion in which the individual or the individual's surroundings seem to whirl dizzily |
| gazette | newspaper |
| parchment | the skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| askance | with disapproval or distrust : scornfully |
| saturnine | born under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn |