GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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WordMeaning
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
culinaryof or relating to the kitchen or cookery
prowessdistinguished bravery
concisemarked by brevity of expression or statement : free from all elaboration and superfluous detail
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats