mentally quick and resourceful; "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker
skillful (or showing skill) in adapting means to ends; "cool prudence and sensitive selfishness along with quick perception of what is possible--these distinguish an adroit politician"; "came up with a clever story"; "an ingenious press agent"; "an ingenious scheme"
A clever idea, book, or invention is extremely effective and shows the skill of the people involved. a clever and gripping novel. this clever new gadget. = ingenious + cleverly clev·er·ly a cleverly designed swimsuit
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others; "a cagey lawyer"; "too clever to be sound"
Someone who is clever is intelligent and able to understand things easily or plan things well. He's a very clever man My sister was always a lot cleverer than I was + cleverly clev·er·ly She would cleverly pick up on what I said. + cleverness clev·er·ness Her cleverness seems to get in the way of her emotions
showing inventiveness and skill; "a clever gadget"; "the cunning maneuvers leading to his success"; "an ingenious solution to the problem
Showing skill or adroitness in the doer or former; as, a clever speech; a clever trick