clever

/klˈɛvɐ/

/ˈkɫɛvɝ/

clever

able to think quickly and find solutions to problems

synonyms : apt

showing skill; shrewd and talented

synonyms : cagey

showing inventiveness and skill

synonyms : cunning

Examples

1. My favorite actor's character in the play is a clever detective.

2. Their daughter is as clever as they come.

3. The clever spider, weaved a beautiful web to catch her next meal.

4. He thought the ending of the mystery novel was quite clever.