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| clev·er [ klévvər ] (comparative clev·er·er, superlative clever·est) |
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1. showing intelligence: demonstrating mental agility and creativity
  It's a clever idea, but will it work?
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2. intelligent: having sharp mental abilities
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3. glibly facile: showing highly capable mental abilities in a showy or superficial way
Don't give me one of your clever answers.
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4. dexterous: highly skilled in using the hands
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5. New England easily managed: describes an animal that is easily managed and controlled
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6. New England easygoing but not bright: friendly, easygoing, and affable in manner and personality but not particularly smart
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7. Southern U.S. having pleasant disposition: having a pleasant disposition and personality
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| [13th century. Origin ?] |
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| clev·er·ly adverb |
| clev·er·ness noun |
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