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| banter |
joking, clever conversation. [1/2 definitions] |
| contrive |
to plan in a clever way; invent. |
| cool |
(informal) great, especially in a way that is new, exciting, or clever. [1/9 definitions] |
| deft |
skillful, quick, and clever in action. |
| devil |
an especially mischievous, clever, or energetic person. [1/3 definitions] |
| dodge |
to avoid by being clever or by tricking. [1/5 definitions] |
| gadget |
a small tool or device with a clever design or unusual use. |
| gimmick |
a clever device or idea whose only purpose is to get a customer's attention. |
| ingenious |
clever or creative in setting up or working through problems. |
| maneuver |
a clever or sly plan. [1/5 definitions] |
| neat |
clever. [1/3 definitions] |
| outsmart |
to get the better of by being clever; outwit. |
| outwit |
to get the better of by using one's wits or by being more clever. |
| sharp |
intelligent; clever. [1/10 definitions] |
| shrewd |
clever and careful. |
| smart |
clever; intelligent. [1/6 definitions] |
| steal |
to get in a clever or secret way. [1/6 definitions] |
| wit1 |
the ability to express oneself in clever ways that amuse people, or that which is said or written that uses this ability. [2/4 definitions] |
| witty |
showing or characterized by clever humor. |
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