artful
Translation
artful, skillful, cunning, crafty
Examples
He gave an artful reply to the difficult question.
He gave an artful reply to the difficult question.
The artful design of the chair was impressive.
The artful design of the chair was impressive.
Grammar Patterns
((an artful sth.)) clever and skillful, often in a cunning way He gave an artful reply.
((sb. is artful)) (sb.) is clever and skillful He is very artful in his negotiations.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cunning, crafty, clever, skillful; Antonyms: artless, naive
Etymology
From 'art' + '-ful' (full of). Meaning 'full of skill or cunning'.
Memory Tips
Remember it as 'full of art'. This can be positive (skillful) or negative (clever at deceiving people).