GRE Word List

CUNNING

dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end

The meaning of the word cunning is dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end.

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WordMeaning
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
protuberancesomething that is protuberant
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
bohemiana native or inhabitant of Bohemia
celerityrapidity of motion or action
soothsayera person who predicts the future by magical, intuitive, or more rational means : prognosticator
willowyabounding with willows