GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
loftyelevated in character and spirit : noble
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
abjureto renounce upon oath
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
chaoticmarked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered
clownfarmer
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act