GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
perditioneternal damnation
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
wreakbring about
swipea strong sweeping blow
rancidhaving an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
flourishto grow luxuriantly : thrive
inestimableincapable of being estimated or computed