GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
kismetfate
compliantready or disposed to comply : submissive
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
cursiverunning
sovereignone possessing or held to possess supreme political power or sovereignty
enactto establish by legal and authoritative act
flirtto move erratically : flit
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence