GRE Word List
SLY
wise in practical affairs
The meaning of the word sly is wise in practical affairs.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| mischief | a specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent |
| garrulous | given to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |
| autopsy | an examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |
| auxiliary | offering or providing help |
| indiscriminate | not marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment |
| loom | a frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |