GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
iotaan infinitesimal amount : jot
festerto generate pus
missilecapable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
hurtleto move rapidly or forcefully
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment
factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
bentunenclosed grassland
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form