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

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

Rodri was everywhere — nipping in cleverly to intercept a dangerous Argentina pass near the halfway line, arriving right on time to provide a passing option to a team-mate in trouble and surging forward to set up a dangerous Spain attack. — Jack Lang, New York Times, 19 July 2026

The cephalopod uncovers what really happened to Tova’s son, who disappeared over 30 years ago, and cleverly helps his new friend learn the truth and find closure. — Shyla Watson, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026