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Cunning

adj.

cunning

Meaning: sly, clever at being deceitful

Usage: The general devised a cunning plan to surprise the enemy.

adj.

wily

Meaning: crafty, sly

Usage: Though they were not the strongest of the Thundercats, wily Kit and Kat were definitely the most clever and full of tricks.

adj.

furtive

Meaning: secretive, sly

Usage: Maya cast a furtive glance at her notes before answering the question.

adj.

devious

Meaning: not straightforward, deceitful

Usage: Not wanting to be punished, the devious girl blamed the broken vase on the cat.

n.

guile

Meaning: deceitful, cunning, sly behavior

Usage: Because of his great guile, the politician was able to survive scandal after scandal.