clever — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

clever (/ˈklevə/)

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🔊 /ˈklevə/

Meaning

Meaning: quick to understand

Quick to learn, understand, or think of good ideas.

Examples

🗣 It was a clever plan that solved two problems with a single simple action.

Etymology

Middle English, possibly from East Anglian dialect; of uncertain origin.

How & Where It’s Used

Praises quick thinking; can occasionally suggest being too cunning.

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Tags: intelligence, common

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