GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
munificentvery liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow
metropolisthe chief or capital city of a country, state, or region
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
capsizeto cause to overturn
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
irreverencelack of reverence
hovelan open shed or shelter
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
vouchsafeto grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner