01 a. Possessing quickness of intellect, skill, dexterity, talent, or adroitness; expert.
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Possessing quickness of intellect, skill, dexterity, talent, or adroitness; expert.“Though there were many clever men in England during the latter half of the seventeenth century, there were only two great creative minds.” — Macaulay.“Be good, sweet maid, and let who will be clever.” — C. Kingsley.
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Showing skill or adroitness in the doer or former; as, a clever speech; a clever trick.
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3.
Having fitness, propriety, or suitableness.“'T would sound more clever To me and to my heirs forever.” — Swift.
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4.
Well-shaped; handsome.
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Good-natured; obliging.[U. S.]
Syn.
See Smart.