GRE Word List

CANNY

clever

The meaning of the word canny is clever.

Random words

WordMeaning
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
firebranda piece of burning wood
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
betokento typify beforehand : presage
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
cardiologistthe study of the heart and its action and diseases
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary