GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perdition | eternal damnation |
| debris | the remains of something broken down or destroyed |
| hypercritical | meticulously or excessively critical |
| wreak | bring about |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| rancid | having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition |
| lionize | to treat as an object of great interest or importance |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
| inestimable | incapable of being estimated or computed |