Cunning
Cunning adjective - Clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means.
Usage example: a cunning, underhanded plan to win the election by preying on people's fears and prejudices
Facile and cunning are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Facile" instead an adjective "Cunning".
Nearby Word: cunningly
Facile
Facile adjective - Having or showing a lack of depth of understanding or character.
Mutual synonyms
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