clever
[ˈklɛvɚ]
An clever person is someone who thinks quickly and comes up with good ideas.
When we say someone is clever, we usually mean they are smart or resourceful. We might praise a child for being clever if they figure out how to solve a tricky problem on their own. A clever person is often good at thinking on their feet and coming up with creative solutions to unexpected situations. In everyday conversation, we might also use "clever" to describe something that is well-designed or has a clever idea behind it - like a clever gadget or a clever marketing campaign.
How common is "clever"?
Word clever is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
adjective
Nimble with hands or body; skillful; adept.
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Real examples of "clever" in context
