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sly Definition and Meaning in English (sly definition)

adjective
Synonyms:cunningcraftyartful
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Sly definition: Having or showing a cunning and deceitful nature, often in a secretive or mischievous way.

Definitions of Sly

  1. 1adjective

    Having or showing a cunning and deceitful nature, often in a secretive or mischievous way.

Example Sentences

casual

“He gave a sly wink to his friend across the room.”

general

“The sly fox managed to steal the chicken without being noticed.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounslyness
adverbslyly

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

sly dogexpression

A person who is secretly clever or mischievous.

sly smilecollocation

A secretive or knowing smile that suggests mischief or hidden knowledge.

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