GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
insurmountableincapable of being surmounted : insuperable
siltloose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ยน/โ‚‚โ‚€ millimeter or less in diameter
genuflectto bend the knee
promptto move to action : incite
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
persevereto persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement