CEFR B1

cunning

adjective, noun

Meaning

Skill in achieving one's aims by evasion or deceit; craftiness.

Examples

He was known for his cunning in business dealings.
She employed a cunning plan to get the information she needed.

Synonyms: clever, crafty, sly, wily, artful

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cunning (B1)

adjective, noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

Definition

Skill in achieving one's aims by evasion or deceit; craftiness.

Examples

He was known for his cunning in business dealings.
She employed a cunning plan to get the information she needed.
The detective admired the thief's cunning, even as he tried to catch him.

How to Use cunning

cunning of (prepositional phrase): Referring to the specific type of craftiness or skill possessed by someone or something. — "We were amazed by the cunning of the ancient builders."

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