GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
indecisiona wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
quizzicalcomically quaint
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
incongruitythe quality or state of being incongruous
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
inertlacking the power to move
hovelan open shed or shelter
anthema song or hymn of praise or gladness
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent