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ARTFUL

(adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Artful.

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Artful - as an adjective

Not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness

Example: "An ambitious, disingenuous, philistine, and hypocritical operator, who...exemplified...the most disagreeable traits of his time"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disingenuous

Marked by skill in achieving a desired end especially with cunning or craft

Example: "The artful dodger"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
artless

Example Sentences

"Her artful designs adorned the runway at the fashion show."
"The chef's artful presentation of the dish made it even more appealing."
"He crafted an artful solution to the complex problem."
"The painter captured the essence of the landscape with artful brushstrokes."
"The author's use of symbolism in the novel was truly artful."
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Word Game Points

Is ARTFUL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, artful is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ARTFUL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is ARTFUL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, artful is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ARTFUL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is ARTFUL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, artful is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ARTFUL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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