artful

(ärtfəl)

adjective

  1. skillful or clever, esp. in achieving a purpose
  2. sly or cunning; crafty: an artful swindle
  3. done with, using, or showing much art or skill
  4. artificial; imitative

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See artful in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Exhibiting art or skill: “The furniture is an artful blend of antiques and reproductions” (Michael W. Robbins).
  2. Skillful in accomplishing a purpose, especially by the use of cunning or craft.
  3. Artificial.

Related Forms:

  • artˈful·ly adverb
  • artˈful·ness noun

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