GRE Word List

SLY

wise in practical affairs

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

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WordMeaning
modicuma small portion : a limited quantity
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
deportto send out of the country by legal deportation
crevicea narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure
inundateoverwhelm
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery
prosodythe study of versification
propsomething that props or sustains : support
hallowedholy
affirmationthe act of affirming