Cunning

1cun;ning pronunciation: function: adjective etymology: middle english, from present participle of can knowdate: 14th century 1 : dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end lt;a cunning plottergt;2 : displaying keen insight lt;a cunning observationgt;3 : characterized by wiliness and trickery lt;cunning schemesgt;4 : prettily appealing : cute lt;a cunning little kittengt;synonyms see clever, sly— cun;ning;ly adverb — cun;ning;ness noun