GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
parasitean organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host
optimumthe amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end
grandiosecharacterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
cholericeasily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered
forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes