GRE Word List

RUSE

a wily subterfuge

The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.

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imminentready to take place : happening soon
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
opulencewealth
eclipticof or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
bohemiana native or inhabitant of Bohemia