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7+ Synonyms for Cunningly & Similar Words

Definition of cunningly

adverb
  1. in an attractive manner; "how cunningly the olive-green dress with its underskirt of rose-brocade fitted her perfect figure"
  2. in an artful manner; "he craftily arranged to be there when the decision was announced"; "had ever circumstances conspired so cunningly?"

7 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for cunningly?
Synonyms for cunningly include: artfully, craftily, cutely, foxily, knavishly, slyly, trickily.
How many synonyms does cunningly have?
Cunningly has 7 synonyms.

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