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knavish

adjective

marked by skill in deception

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
K
Ends with
H
Contains
NA
Scrabble score
17
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈneɪvɪʃ

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Definitions

adjective

  1. marked by skill in deception

    “cunning men often pass for wise”

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Example Sentences

cunning men often pass for wise
a foxy scheme
a slick evasive answer
sly as a fox
tricky Dick

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