GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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maimto mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
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exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
fermentto undergo fermentation
trickleto issue or fall in drops
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