GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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WordMeaning
obsoleteno longer in use or no longer useful
finitehaving definite or definable limits
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
rambleto move aimlessly from place to place
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)
commonwealtha nation, state, or other political unit: such as
exudeto ooze out
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
infractionthe act of infringing : violation
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink