cleverly

Definition of cleverly in English English dictionary: Intelligently directed to a purpose
Cleverly, he found ways of ingratiating himself with all the important guests.; Wittily; in a tricky manner
He joked cleverly with each guest.; Completely, fully
I ain't a-goin' ter let leetle Mose be kep' up hyar till midnight a-waitin' for you-uns ter milk the cow. It's cleverly dark now.”.; {a} skilfully, dexterously, fitly, well; In a clever manner; in a clever manner; "they were cleverly arranged"; "a smartly managed business"; In a clever manner, with wit or intelligence, in a tricky or innovative manner; in a clever manner; "they were cleverly arranged"; "a smartly managed business; wisely, intelligently
clever: resourceful, sometimes to the point of cunning
clever: showing inventiveness or originality
clever: nimble with hands or body; skillful
clever: smart, intelligent or witty, in the sense of being mentally quick or sharp
clever: mentally quick and resourceful; "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker
clever: 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"
clever: {s} wise, shrewd; sharp, witty
clever: 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
clever: showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others; "a cagey lawyer"; "too clever to be sound"
clever: 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
clever: {a} skillful, dexterous, smart, sensible
clever: showing inventiveness and skill; "a clever gadget"; "the cunning maneuvers leading to his success"; "an ingenious solution to the problem
clever: Showing skill or adroitness in the doer or former; as, a clever speech; a clever trick
clever: Having fitness, propriety, or suitableness
clever: Possessing quickness of intellect, skill, dexterity, talent, or adroitness; expert
clever: Good-natured; obliging
clever: showing inventiveness and skill; "a clever gadget"; "the cunning maneuvers leading to his success"; "an ingenious solution to the problem"
clever: nimble with hands or body
clever: possessing magical abilities
clever: Well-shaped; handsome
clever: superficially skillful, resourceful
clever: mentally sharp or bright, witty; possessing quick or able intelligence