clever

Definition

  • adjective: intelligent and able to learn things quickly
  • adjective: skillful or adroit in using the hands or body
  • often used in a joking or ironic way to describe a foolish idea, action, etc.
  • synonyms: nimble, smart, expert

Examples

  • Don't you start getting 'clever' [=('US') 'fresh'] with me! [=don't speak to me in a disrespectful way]

  • For someone who hasn't been 'feeling too clever' lately, he just played a great round of golf.

  • A few 'clever' [='smart, bright'] students have started a business recycling old computers.

Movie quotes

  • (..) "Look at me, I'm goofy but cute." You know what? It was all part of my plan. Quite a plan. Did you major in Planning at Headhunting College? - So clever. - It's not a real college, by the way, buddy. You guys bicker like you're an old married couple. Here, pick a card, my lady. Okay. (..)
    2011 Friends with Benefits