Cunning
Cunning noun - Subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something.
Usage example: the unmatched cunning of the scout who led them safely through the trackless wilderness
Skillfulness and cunning are semantically related In some cases you can use "Skillfulness" instead a noun "Cunning".
Nearby Word: cunningly
Skillfulness
Skillfulness noun - Subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something.
Usage example: the skillfulness with which she handled that touchy situation is indeed admirable
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- ability and cunning
- ability and skillfulness
- knack and cunning
- knack and skillfulness
- skill and cunning
- skill and skillfulness
- deftness and cunning
- deftness and skillfulness
- finesse and cunning
- finesse and skillfulness
- dexterity and cunning
- dexterity and skillfulness
- adroitness and cunning
- adroitness and skillfulness
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