GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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ephemeral | lasting a very short time |
wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
rarefied | being less dense |
paleontology | a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains |
overweening | arrogant |
combustible | capable of combustion |
desperate | having lost hope |
eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
swill | wash |