Synonyms of cleverly

cleverly

adverb

as in neatly

Related Words

• neatly
• cleanly
• dexterously
• aptly
• nimbly
• fluently
• easily
• handily
• artfully
• skillfully
• deftly
• expertly
• adroitly
• masterfully
• ably
• competently
• capably
• facilely
• adeptly
• masterly
• well
• consummately
• proficiently

Dissimilar Words

• poorly
• ineptly
• inefficiently
• inexpertly
• amateurishly
• incompetently
• unskillfully
• artlessly
• inaptly
• clumsily
• crudely
• awkwardly
• incapably

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cleverly

Within a mind-spinning eight months, Zori Timeless Hotel was born, cleverly converted from the old pension into four luxurious residences within the confines of strict planning regulations that forced them to use the existing space. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Speaking with Rolling Stone in 1984, Beard credited Ham for cleverly booking ZZ Top support gigs on tours with headliners that weren’t likely to leave an impression. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 18 Aug. 2026

The first unit incorporates several modern innovations that are cleverly incorporated so as not to detract from her classic character. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026

Randau cleverly uses different visuals to show Kersten and his wife’s description of the same incident. — Alissa Simon, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

Sculptures whimsically assembled from chairs, lamps, and a filing cabinet pulled from Cultural Center storage get roped off by floor tape that cleverly extends the artworks themselves, upending standard museum practice while also sticking to it. — Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Both Yoon and Hoke also structure their works with staccato-like page breaks—a decision that cleverly evokes spans of creaturely silence. — Rachel Vorona Cote, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026

The initial construction of the mask’s mouth is impressive, with long studs and angled pieces to cleverly but accurately recreate the classic triangle. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

The look was perfectly tailored to her figure and cleverly referenced Bianca Jagger’s famous bridal look. — Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 July 2026