cunning
/ˈkʌnɪŋ/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #5620 in the learning path
狡猾的；诡计多端的
Definitions
adj. Clever at getting what you want by deceiving others.
狡猾的；诡计多端的
adj. Cleverly planned or designed to achieve a purpose.
巧妙的
n. Skill in achieving goals through clever deception.
狡诈；诡计
Example
The cunning fox waited until the dog fell asleep.
那只狡猾的狐狸一直等到狗睡着了。
Cunning advertising tactics can persuade consumers to purchase products they neither need nor can afford.
狡猾的广告手段可能诱使消费者购买既不需要也负担不起的产品。
Collocations
- a cunning plan
- a cunning trick
- cunning tactics
Word family
- cunningly (adv.)
Synonyms
- crafty
- sly
Antonyms
- guileless
Usage tip
形容人时通常含贬义，不等于单纯的聪明。
FAQ
- What does cunning mean?
- Clever at getting what you want by deceiving others. Cleverly planned or designed to achieve a purpose. Skill in achieving goals through clever deception.
- How is cunning pronounced?
- UK /ˈkʌnɪŋ/, US /ˈkʌnɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
