CEFR B2

artful

adjective

Meaning

Skillful in using clever and often unfair methods to achieve one's aims.

Examples

She was an artful negotiator, always finding loopholes.
His artful dodges meant he never had to answer the difficult questions.

Synonyms: clever, crafty, wily, devious

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artful (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːrt.fəl/

Definition

Skillful in using clever and often unfair methods to achieve one's aims.

Examples

She was an artful negotiator, always finding loopholes.
His artful dodges meant he never had to answer the difficult questions.
The politician used artful language to sway public opinion.

How to Use artful

artful at (prepositional phrase): Skillful in a specific activity or area. — "He was particularly artful at finding excuses to avoid work."
artful use of (collocation): Clever or skillful application of something. — "The artist's artful use of light and shadow created a dramatic effect."

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