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listig — meaning in English

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English meaning

cunning adjective Clever in a sly or deceptive way, skilled at getting what you want through trickery.
shrewd adj Showing sharp, practical judgment, especially in business or dealing with people.

Senses

listig is used for these senses in English:

cunning Sly; crafty; clever in surreptitious behaviour.
shrewd Artful, tricky or cunning.

cunning — full definition

adjective Clever in a sly or deceptive way, skilled at getting what you want through trickery.
noun Skill in deceiving or manipulating others; craftiness.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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