roublard — meaning in English

English meaning

• devious adj Dishonest and cunning; willing to use underhand methods to get what one wants.
• fox noun A small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.
• shrewd adj Showing sharp, practical judgment, especially in business or dealing with people.

Senses

roublard is used for these senses in English:

• devious Cunning or deceiving, not straightforward or honest, not frank.
• fox (metaphor) A cunning person.
• shrewd Artful, tricky or cunning.
• sly fox A sly or crafty person.

devious — full definition

1. adj Dishonest and cunning; willing to use underhand methods to get what one wants.
2. adj Indirect or roundabout, rather than going straight to the point.

fox — full definition

1. noun A small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.
2. noun A cunning or crafty person.
3. adj Informal: a very attractive person (usually described as "foxy").
4. verb To trick or outwit someone through cunning.

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