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Meaning of the word clever in English

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clever

US /ˈklev.ɚ/
UK /ˈklev.ɚ/
"clever" picture

Adjective

1.

quick at learning and understanding things

Example:
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She's a very clever student and always gets good grades.
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That was a clever solution to the problem.
Synonym:
intelligentsmartbrightshrewdastute
Synonym:
stupidfoolishunintelligent
2.

skillful and quick in movement; dexterous

Example:
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The magician performed a clever trick with cards.
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His clever footwork allowed him to score the winning goal.
Synonym:
dexterousnimbleadroitskillfulhandy
Synonym:
clumsyawkwardunskillful
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