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Meaning of artful
The primary meaning of the word "artful" is having or showing a natural ability to do something, especially something that requires skill and cunning.
Etymology of artful
The word "artful" originated in the 15th century from the Old English words "art" meaning skill or cunning and the suffix "-ful" meaning full of
Historically, the word has been used to describe people or actions that are clever, skillful, or cunning, often in a way that is impressive or appealing
Synonyms
clever
skillful
cunning
crafty
ingenious
resourceful
inventive
adept
talented
gifted
masterful
expert
proficient
deft
dexterous
subtle
sly
shrewd
astute
sharp
witty
charming
persuasive
manipulative
deceptive
dishonest
unscrupulous
deceitful
duplicitous
fraudulent
insidious
guileful
Machiavellian
diplomatic
tactful
strategic
calculating
cleverly
adroitly
cannily
wisely
Definitions
- Having or showing a natural ability to do something, especially something that requires skill and cunning
- * Having a natural talent or aptitude for something
- * Skillful or clever in a way that is impressive or appealing
Usage Examples
- She was an artful negotiator, able to persuade even the toughest opponents to see things her way
- * The artful way he handled the situation impressed everyone in the room
- * The artist's use of color and light was truly artful, creating a beautiful and captivating painting
Antonyms
clumsy
inept
awkward
unskillful
incompetent
inelegant
crude
blunt
straightforward
honest
sincere
truthful
transparent
genuine
artless
naive
inexperienced
untrained
unsophisticated
tactless
insensitive
heavy-handed
maladroit
cumbersome
lumbering
oafish
crude
coarse