GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
gustoan individual or special taste
defameto harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel
aspireto seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
viablecapable of living
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
solicitorone that solicits
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
extolto praise highly : glorify