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изворотливый — meaning in English

izvorotlivyy

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English meaning

dodgy adj Dishonest or unreliable; not to be trusted.
sneaky adjective Acting in a secretive, underhanded, or dishonest way.
wily adj Clever in a sneaky or cunning way, especially at getting what one wants.

Senses

изворотливый is used for these senses in English:

dodgy (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) Evasive and shifty.
sneaky Elusive; difficult to capture or observe due to constantly outwitting the adversaries.
wily Sly, cunning, full of tricks.

dodgy — full definition

adj Dishonest or unreliable; not to be trusted.
adj Risky, uncertain, or in poor condition.

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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”.

Related Russian words

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