Discerning
Discerning adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.
Sly and discerning are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sly" instead an adjective "Discerning".
Sly
Sly adjective - Clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means.
Discerning and sly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Discerning" instead an adjective "Sly".
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