GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
homespunspun or made at home
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
desperatehaving lost hope
clipperone that clips something
captionthe part of a legal document that shows where, when, and by what authority it was taken, found, or executed
velocityquickness of motion : speed
persevereto persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of