GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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WordMeaning
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
manumitto release from slavery
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
beatificof, possessing, or imparting beatitude
conveyancethe action of conveying
fertileproducing or bearing many crops in great quantities : productive
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
ultimatelast in a progression or series : final
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods