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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

  • (..) Mr.. Liotta firstly, I would like to congratulate you on your Emmy Award, You won your guest in ER, . - Thank you. I see on your resume that you are clever stunning, and you a brief lontje. I have fun with what I do. Is that so bad? Not no, but this is where you come are Mr.. Liotta ... (..)
    2007 Bee Movie