clever clever /ˈklɛvɝ/

adjective

1. () Showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others  ( cagy , canny , cagey , clever )
   showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
    A cagey lawyer
   a cagey lawyer
    Too clever to be sound
   too clever to be sound
   
2. () Mentally quick and resourceful  ( apt , clever )
   mentally quick and resourceful
    An apt pupil
   an apt pupil
    You are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold
   you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold
   
3. Showing inventiveness and skill  ( clever , cunning , ingenious )
   showing inventiveness and skill
    A clever gadget
   a clever gadget
    The cunning maneuvers leading to his success
   the cunning maneuvers leading to his success
    An ingenious solution to the problem
   an ingenious solution to the problem