GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time |
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| rarefied | being less dense |
| paleontology | a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains |
| overweening | arrogant |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| desperate | having lost hope |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| swill | wash |
