Entry Word: cunning

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means <a cunning, underhanded plan to win the election by preying on peopleʼs fears and prejudices> — see artful 1
2 skillful with the hands <only the most cunning cabinetmaker could have crafted such a beautifully proportioned chest of drawers> — see dexterous 1