GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
jurisprudencethe science or philosophy of law
debaseto lower in status, esteem, quality, or character
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
ingenuea naive girl or young woman
felicitousvery well suited or expressed : apt
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event