Definition of wily
English to English adjective - Full of wiles, tricks, or stratagems; using craft or stratagem to accomplish a purpose; mischievously artful; subtle.
source: Webster 1913 adjective satellite - marked by skill in deception
Cunning men often pass for wise. Deep political machinations. A foxy scheme. A slick evasive answer. Sly as a fox. Tricky Dick. A wily old attorney.
source: WordNet 3.0
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