GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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WordMeaning
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
dauntto lessen the courage of : cow
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
franticemotionally out of control
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment