GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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leonineof, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
allureto entice by charm or attraction
environencircle
opticiana maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
maimto mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
carcinogenicproducing or tending to produce cancer
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine