Definition for

clever


Possessing skill or address; having special ability of any kind, especially such as involves quickness of intellect or mechanical dexterity; adroit. It now commonly implies the possession of ability which, though noteworthy, does not amount to genius, nor even to a high degree of talent.

Indicative of or exhibiting cleverness: as, a clever speech; a clever trick.

Well shaped; active-looking; handsome.

Good-natured; obliging; complaisant; possessing an agreeable mind or disposition.

Agreeable; pleasant; comfortable; nice: as, “these clever apartments,”

Synonyms Adroit, Dexterous, Expert, etc. (see adroit); ready, quick, ingenious, neat-handed, knowing, sharp, bright.

A variant of claver.

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