artful
1 synonym and 1 antonym for artful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From art (in the older sense of "skill") + -ful.
Full origin of artful →Frequently asked questions
What does “artful” mean?
The word “artful” means clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design. In plain terms, cleverly done — either admirably skilful, or slyly manipulative, depending on context.
How do you pronounce “artful”?
“Artful” is pronounced AHTFL (/ˈɑːtf(ʊ)l/ in IPA).
How do you use “artful” in a sentence?
Here is “artful” used in a sentence: “The novel is full of artful twists that keep readers guessing.”
What part of speech is “artful”?
“Artful” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “artful” have?
“Artful” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.
