Moderate as in craftiness Clever and deceitful, often using craftiness or cunning to achieve one's goals, with a hint of shadiness. Clear All
3 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Wily'
The cunning art thief employed a wily disguise to infiltrate the museum and steal the priceless painting.
The detective suspected the wily criminal of plotting an elaborate scheme to steal the priceless artwork.
Despite his wily tactics, the chess grandmaster found himself checkmated by an unexpected move.
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