GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
defalcatededuct
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
scrapsfragments of discarded or leftover food
equilibriuma state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise
lachrymosegiven to tears or weeping : tearful
nullifyto make null (see null
halefree from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
vouchsafeto grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner
stenchstink
revileto subject to verbal abuse : vituperate