GRE Word List

CANNY

clever

The meaning of the word canny is clever.

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WordMeaning
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
fraudulentcharacterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful
wholesomepromoting health or well-being of mind or spirit
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
declivitydownward inclination
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
perditioneternal damnation