单词 | clever |
释义 | clever —cleverish, adj. —cleverishly, adv. —cleverly, adv. —cleverness, n. /klev"euhr/, adj., cleverer, cleverest. 1. mentally bright; having sharp or quick intelligence; able. 2. superficially skillful, witty, or original in character or construction; facile: It was an amusing, clever play, but of no lasting value. 3. showing inventiveness or originality; ingenious: His clever device was the first to solve the problem. 4. adroit with the hands or body; dexterous or nimble. 5. Older Use. a. suitable; convenient; satisfactory. b. good-natured. c. handsome. d. in good health. [1175-1225; ME cliver, akin to OE clifer claw, clife burdock. See CLEAVERS] Syn. 1. ingenious, talented, quick-witted; smart, gifted; apt, expert. 4. skillful, agile, handy. Ant. 1. stupid. 4. clumsy. |
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