GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apolitical | having no interest or involvement in political affairs |
| responsiveness | giving response : constituting a response : answering |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| chant | to make melodic sounds with the voice |
| ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time |