GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.

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opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
disputatiousinclined to dispute
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
bentunenclosed grassland
effusionan act of effusing
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
commandeerto compel to perform military service
immobilitynot moving : motionless