GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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founderone that founds or establishes
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
affluenceabundance of property : wealth
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
siblingsib
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
demisedeath
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion