GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| collate | to compare critically |
| peddle | to travel about with wares for sale |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
| tumult | disorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion |
| venue | locale |
| protocol | an original draft, minute, or record of a document or transaction |
| anthem | a song or hymn of praise or gladness |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |