GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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WordMeaning
gerontocracyrule by elders
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stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
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imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness