GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
brinkedge
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
cursiverunning
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
unmitigatednot lessened : unrelieved
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
dilateto become enlarged or widened
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities