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CANNY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Canny.

Canny - as an adjective satellite

Showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

Example: "A cagey lawyer"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Canny - as an adjective

Careful, prudent, cautious.

Example: "The politician gave a canny response to the reporter's questions."

Knowing, shrewd, astute.

Example: "The canny lawyer knew just how to get what he wanted."

Frugal, thrifty.

Example: "Canny investments"

Pleasant, fair, favorable or agreeable to deal with.

Example: "She's a canny lass hor like!"

Gentle, quiet, steady.

Example: "A canny horse"

(especially of sound) sounding as if it is coming through a tin can.

Canny - as an adverb

Very, considerably; quite, rather.

Example: "That's a canny big horse, man!"

Gently, quietly; carefully, skilfully.

Example: "Drive canny"

Example Sentences

"He is a canny investor who always makes profitable decisions."
"The canny detective quickly pieced together the clues and solved the case."
"Her canny negotiation skills allowed her to get a great deal on the house."
"The team's canny strategy helped them win the game."
"She has a canny ability to predict future trends in the market."
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Word Game Points

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

CANNY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is CANNY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, canny is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CANNY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CANNY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, canny is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CANNY has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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