crafty

adjective
UK: /ˈkrɑːfti/
US: /ˈkræfti/

  1. Clever at achieving one's aims, especially by indirect or deceitful methods.

    1. He is a crafty fox.
    2. The crafty politician managed to win the election by appealing to voters' fears.

  2. Made or done with skill and artistry.

    1. She sells her crafty goods.
    2. The museum displayed many crafty artifacts from the ancient civilization, showcasing their skill.

Synonyms

wily artful cunning shrewd deceitful ingenious sly

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "crafty" in English means: Clever at achieving one's aims, especially by indirect or deceitful methods., Made or done with skill and artistry..

The phonetic transcription of "crafty" is /ˈkrɑːfti/ in British English and /ˈkræfti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "crafty": wily, artful, cunning, shrewd, deceitful, ingenious, sly.

Example usage of "crafty": "He is a crafty fox.". More examples on the page.