GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
wantonmerciless
dwindleto become steadily less : shrink
repelto drive back : repulse
conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
retrogradehaving or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
quackto make the characteristic cry of a duck