guileful

[gahyl-fuh l]

guileful Definition

  • 1insidiously cunning; artfully deceptive; wily.
  • 2full of guile; deceitful.

Using guileful: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "guileful" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The guileful salesman managed to sell the faulty product to the customer.

  • Example

    She was a guileful politician, always finding ways to manipulate the public opinion.

  • Example

    The guileful fox managed to steal the chicken from the farm.

guileful Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for guileful

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Summary: guileful in Brief

The term 'guileful' [gahyl-fuh l] refers to someone or something that is insidiously cunning, artfully deceptive, and wily. It is often used to describe people who are deceitful and manipulative, such as politicians or salesmen. Synonyms include 'cunning,' 'crafty,' and 'sly.' Antonyms include 'honest,' 'straightforward,' and 'frank.'