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SLY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Sly.

Sly - as an adjective satellite

Marked by skill in deception

Example: "Cunning men often pass for wise"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
craftycunningdodgyfoxyguilefulknavishslicktricksytrickywily

Sly - as an adjective

Artfully cunning; secretly mischievous; wily.

(having a positive sense) dexterous in performing an action, so as to escape notice

Done with, and marked by, artful and dexterous secrecy; subtle

Example: "A sly trick"

Light or delicate; slight; thin.

Sly - as an adverb

Slyly.

Example Sentences

"He gave her a sly smile before turning away."
"The detective had a reputation for his sly interrogation techniques."
"She whispered sly comments to her friend during the meeting."
"The cat made a sly move towards the birdcage."
"He had a sly way of making people believe his lies."
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Word Game Points

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

SLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is SLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is SLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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