GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
resurgeto undergo a resurgence
rifeprevalent especially to an increasing degree
apoplexystroke
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
glaringhaving a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger
seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial