GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
tarantulaany of various large, typically ground-dwelling, hairy, mygalomorph spiders (family Theraphosidae) of warm regions that possess venomous fangs used to subdue and kill prey (such as insects, centipedes, frogs, and mice) caught by ambush or chase and that construct silk-lined burrows but do not build webs to trap food
reprehensibleworthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
frenziedfeeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
vividvery strong : very high in chroma
ruffiana brutal person : bully
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts