GRE Word List

CANNY

clever

The meaning of the word canny is clever.

Random words

WordMeaning
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
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decompositionto separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds
reconcileto restore to friendship or harmony
sustainto give support or relief to
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aviarya place for keeping birds confined
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
expiateto make amends for