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podstępny — meaning in English

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English meaning

crafty adjective Clever in a sly or deceptive way; skilled at tricking others.
devious adj Dishonest and cunning; willing to use underhand methods to get what one wants.
insidious adjective Causing harm slowly and quietly, so the danger isn't obvious until real damage is done.

Senses

podstępny is used for these senses in English:

crafty Skillful at deceiving others.
insidious Causing harm in a stealthy, often gradual, manner.

devious — full definition

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

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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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