GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |
| flux | a flowing of fluid from the body: such as |
| transition | a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another |
| droll | having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality |
| jaundice | yellowish pigmentation of the skin, tissues, and body fluids caused by the deposition of bile pigments |
| exclaim | to cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion |
| miasma | a vaporous exhalation formerly believed to cause disease |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| pudding | blood sausage |
| jug | a large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle |