GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

Random words

WordMeaning
pento shut in or as if in a pen
debuta first appearance
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
eventualcontingent
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
humdrummonotonous
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light