This note defines "wily" as cunning or artful, describing someone skilled in deception. The example questions how a seemingly clever cartoon character consistently outwits a supposedly cunning creature.
Esta nota define "wily" como astuto o artero, describiendo a alguien que es hábil en el engaño. El ejemplo pregunta cómo un personaje de dibujos animados tonto siempre supera a una criatura supuestamente astuta.
| Word | wily |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | ADJ. |
| Definition | cunning; artful. |
| Sentence | If coyotes are supposed to be such sneaky, wily creatures, how does Road Runner always manage to outwit Wile E. Coyote? |
Tags: psat
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