Cunning
Cunning noun - Skill in achieving one's ends through indirect, subtle, or underhanded means.
Discretion and cunning are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Discretion" instead a noun "Cunning".
Nearby Word: cunningly
Discretion
Discretion noun - The ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters.
Cunning and discretion are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cunning" instead a noun "Discretion".
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