Backhanded
Backhanded adjective - Not being or expressing what one appears to be or express.
Cagey and backhanded are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Cagey" instead an adjective "Backhanded".
Nearby Words: backhander, backhand
Cagey
Cagey adjective - Clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means.
Usage example: a cagey old politician who is exceptionally skilled at getting federal money for his district
Backhanded and cagey are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Backhanded" instead an adjective "Cagey".
Nearby Word: cage
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